Fried Apples

Directions

1. 1
   Peel the apples; cut into eighths and remove core.
2. 2
   Heat 5 tablespoons butter in a heavy skillet.
3. 3
   Add apples and saut; stir gently over medium heat, about 15 minutes, until just starting to be tender to the fork.
4. 4
   Add more butter only if needed.
5. 5
   Sprinkle the lemon juice over apples and then add the sugar.
6. 6
   Stir once and cover with heavy lid; turn off the heat and let stand covered for 15 minutes.
7. 7
   Apples should maintain shape and some texture.
8. 8
   Serve with pork chops or chicken.
9. 9
   Yields 6 servings.