Apple Brown Betty

Instructions

1. 1

   With the rack in the middle position, preheat the oven to 180 °C (350 °F).

2. 2

   In a food processor, cut the bread into coarse crumbs. You will need 750 ml (3 cups) of breadcrumbs.

3. 3

   In a bowl, combine the breadcrumbs with half the butter and 30 ml (2 tablespoons) of brown sugar. Set aside.

4. 4

   In a 20-cm (8-inch) square pan with a 2 litres (8 cups) capacity, combine the apples with the remaining butter and brown sugar, a quarter of the breadcrumb mixture and the cinnamon. Sprinkle with the remaining crumbs and cover with aluminum foil.

5. 5

   Bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and continue baking for about 30 minutes or until the breadcrumbs are golden brown. Serve warm or cold.