Winter Apple, Cherry, and Blueberry Fruit Crisp with Walnuts

(Serves 4)

• 2/4 cup cherries, fresh or frozen, pitted
• 1/2 cup blueberries
• 1 apple, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch slices
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest

• 1/2 cup rolled oats
• 2-3 tablespoons light brown sugar
• 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 cup all purpose flour
• 1/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted
• 1/4 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into small cubes

• 1. Combine the fruit, sugar, and lemon juice in a bowl and refrigerate for 4 hours. This will allow all the flavors to meld.
• 2. In another mixing bowl combine all of the topping ingredients, except the butter. Add the cold butter and mix well until the mixture resembles coarse meal.
• 3. Preheat oven to 375°F. Lightly butter a small baking dish.
• 4. Spread the fruits evenly in the dish (in about a half-inch layer). Sprinkle the coarse rolled oats mixture evenly on top of the fruit. Bake for 30-35 minutes until bubbly and golden brown.

Nutrients per serving:
Calories: 318
Fat: 18g
Cholesterol: 30mg
Carbohydrate: 39g
Sodium: 7mg
Protein: 4g
Total dietary fiber: 4g

March & April 2006

Photographer: iStockphoto.com/Ivan Mateev

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