Apples Baked with Walnuts and Jam

APPLES BAKED with WALNUTS and JAM

Baked apples are my favorite! They fill the house with a delightful aroma, are warming and cozy in winter, quick and easy to make for any occasion. They are Low Glycemic and a great source of energy.

Ingredients:

• 4 Granny Smith apples
• 4 tsp of Orange Marmalade (100% fruit, no sugar added)
  • (if you celebrate Rosh Hashanah, use 4 tsp of honey (once a year ONLY! )
• 1/3 cup of walnuts
• 1tbs fresh ginger finely chopped
• 1 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
• 1 pinch of ground cloves
• 1/2 dry red wine (optional)

Directions:

• Core apples digging out the seeds and making the holes about one inch deep.
• Using a fork puncture the apples in several spots around.
• Place apples in a baking dish.
• Fill each cavity with the Orange Marmalade, top with ginger and nutmeg.
• Arrange walnuts in each hole, and then sprinkle with cinnamon and clove.
• Splash with red wine if you choose to

Cooking option # 1:

• Cover with a glass cover.
• Cook in a microwave for 4 minutes. Open and check with a fork if the apples are soft. If not, cook for 3-4 more minutes.

Cooking Option # 2:

• Cover with aluminum foil.
• Cook in preheated oven on 375*F for 30-35 minutes, or until apples are soft.

Weight Loss Help

• The Glycemic Index of this dessert is LOW:
  • Apples – 35
  • Walnuts and ginger – only 15
  • Sugar-free jam has a Medium Glycemic Index of 45
• Cinnamon is a proven spice for enhancing metabolism and helps to reduce weight.
• You can have a baked apple after a meal, as a dessert.
• You can also make them ahead and keep them in a refrigerator. Then heat 2-3 apples in a microwave for lunch, or if you want a snack. They will satisfy your appetite, and this Low Glycemic Index meal will help you in reducing weight.

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