Microwave-Baked Apples with Dried Cherries

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   With apple corer, core apples, but don't cut through to bottoms.

2. 2

   Beginning at stem end, peel apples one-third of the way down.

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   Stand apples in 8-inch by 8-inch glass baking dish or 9-inch glass pie plate.

4. 4

   Fill center of each apple with 1 teaspoon margarine, 1 tablespoon dried cherries, and 1 teaspoon water.

5. 5

   In cup, combine sugar and apple pie spice; sprinkle over apples in dish.

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   Cover with waxed paper, and cook in microwave on Medium-High (70% power) 14 minutes or until apples are very tender when tested with fork.

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   Let apples stand, covered, 5 minutes.

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   If you like, sprinkle with chopped walnuts to serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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