Inside-Out Apple Crisp

Directions

1. 1
   Peel and partially-core the apples (use a melon baller or paring knife to scoop 2/3 of the core, past the seeds, but not far enough that you've put a hole all the way through the apple).
2. 2
   Combine half the sugar (4 tsps), butter and brown sugar in a mini food processor or by hand.
3. 3
   If by hand, you'll want to cut the butter up into tiny pieces first so it mixes well.
4. 4
   Put 1/4 of topping mixture into the hollowed-out core of each apple until it's full.
5. 5
   Sprinkle another 1 tsp over the top of each apple.
6. 6
   fill a glass baking dish with 1/2 inch of water.
7. 7
   bake in 350 degree oven for 45-60 minutes, until apples are soft.
8. 8
   remove and serve.
9. 9
   I like to cut mine into fourths and let the filling ooze onto the plate.
10. 10
    ice cream optional :).