MMMMM----- Recipe via Meal-Master (tm) v8.06 Title: Apple Butter Clafoutis Categories: Pies Yield: 1 Pie 2 Firm baking apples - (Honeycrisp, Braeburn, or - Pink Lady); up to 3 Butter; for greasing the pie - plate 2 tb Apple butter; up to 3 tb, - plus more for serving 3 lg Eggs 1/2 c Granulated sugar; down to - 1/3 c if your apple butter - is very sweet 1/2 c All-purpose flour 3/4 c Whole milk 1/4 c Cream 1 ts Vanilla extract 1 ts Cinnamon 1 ts Nutmeg 1 pn Ground cloves or allspice; - scant (optional) 1 pn Salt Preparation time: 10 minutes, plus optional chilling Cooking time: 35 minutes Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and butter a shallow pie or baking dish. Peel, core and slice the apples thinly, or leave the skins on for a rustic touch. Set aside. In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs and sugar until light and slightly frothy. Add the flour, salt and spices, and mix until smooth. Slowly whisk in the milk, cream and vanilla, making a thin, pourable batter. Chill in the fridge for 20 to 30 minutes if you have the time--it makes the clafoutis more tender. Arrange the apple slices in the buttered dish. Pour the batter over the apples. Dollop or streak the apple butter across the top--small spots, lines or swirls will create rustic pockets of flavor. Place in the oven and bake for 30 to 35 minutes, until the edges are puffed and golden and the center is just set; a knife inserted should come out clean. Let cool slightly. Dust with powdered sugar if desired, and serve with a dollop of whipped cream and extra apple butter. Best enjoyed warm, in a kitchen filled with the scent of baked apples and spice. Recipe by Ashlie D. Stevens Recipe FROM: MMMMM