Apple-Cherry Brown Betty

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Butter a 2-quart baking dish (if you have it, use one with a lid).

2. 2

   In a small saucepan, combine orange juice and cherries; cook over medium heat until just boiling.

3. 3

   Remove from heat, set aside and let cool.

4. 4

   In a large bowl, combine the cherries (with the orange juice), apples, brown sugar and cinnamon.

5. 5

   Spoon fruit mixture into baking dish.

6. 6

   In a small bowl, toss together the melted butter, bread crumbs and white sugar.

7. 7

   Sprinkle the crumb mixture evenly over the fruit in the baking dish.

8. 8

   Cover the baking dish with its lid or aluminum foil; place dish on a parchment- or foil-lined baking sheet and bake 20 minutes.

9. 9

   Uncover and continue to bake for an additional 20 minutes.

10. 10

    Serve with heavy cream, if desired.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.