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Peel, core and quarter the apple. Cut into 1/8-inch thick slices. Preheat a large skillet on medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon of butter. Once melted, add apple, keeping it in a single layer as best as possible. Cover and cook for 5 minutes. Turn apple slices over. Cover and cook for an additional 4 to 5 minutes or until apple slices are tender yet maintain shape. Remove from heat and leave uncovered. Note: if apple browns too quickly during cooking, reduce heat. Cooking time will vary depending on the type of apple. Softer ones, like McIntosh cook faster than harder ones like Fuji.
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Preheat oven to 350 F.
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In a medium bowl, combine flour, baking soda, baking powder, 1 teaspoon cinnamon, and salt. Set aside.
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In a large mixing bowl, add remaining butter, sugar, and egg. Beat on high for a minute or until smooth and creamy. Add vanilla and water. Beat, starting on low and gradually increasing to medium high, until mixture is smooth. Add flour mixture, one-third at a time and blend just till combined using a rubber spatula.
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Grease an 8 1/2 x 4 1/2 x 2 1/2 loaf pan. Place one-third of the batter on the bottom followed by a layer of apple slices, using only one-third. Repeat layering two more times. Slightly press the top layer of apples into the batter. Sprinkle on the cinnamon sugar topping. Bake for 45 to 50 minutes or until a toothpick comes out with a few crumbs when inserted into the center. Cool at least 15 minutes before removing from pan, then cool completely on a rack.
