Apple Cobbler

This cobbler is so good, the whole family will enjoy it!

SERVINGS: 4
CATEGORY: Lower Fat
METHOD: Microwave and Bake
TIME: Prep: 20 min. Bake: 20 min.

Ingredients
4 cups sliced peeled apples (about 3 large)
3/4 cup water, divided
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Pinch salt
1 tablespoon cornstarch
Artificial sweetener equivalent to 2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

TOPPING:
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 teaspoons shortening
5 tablespoons fat-free milk

Directions
Put the apples, 1/2 cup water, lemon juice and salt in a microwave-safe 8-in. x 4-in. loaf pan. Microwave on high for 2 minutes. Stir, then cook 2 minutes more. Combine the cornstarch, sweetener cinnamon and remaining water; stir into hot apples. Microwave for 30 seconds.
For topping, combine flour, baking powder and salt in a bowl. Cut in shortening until mixture forms small crumbs. Stir in milk with a fork. Drop by heaping teaspoonfuls onto hot apple mixture.
Bake at 400 degrees for 20-25 minutes. Yield: 4 servings.

Editor's Note: Use an artificial sweetener recommended for baking, such as Sweet N Low or Sweet One

Nutrition Facts
One serving: 1/4 of recipe
Calories: 180
Fat: 5 g
Saturated Fat: 0 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg
Sodium: 216 mg
Carbohydrate: 35 g
Fiber: 0 g
Protein: 3 g