Apple Crisp with Barley Flakes

Serve this apple crisp with ice cream or whipped topping, for a special dessert.

• 5 medium tart apples, peeled, cored, and sliced (3 large)
• 1/3 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
• 1/3 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour or barley flour
• 3/4 cup quick Western Trails Barley Flakes
• 1/2 cup melted butter
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/3 cup water (reduce for juicy apples)
• whipped cream or vanilla ice cream

Arrange sliced apples in a buttered 8-inch square baking dish. In a bowl, combine the sugars, flour, and barley flakes or oatmeal; stir in melted butter. Spread mixture over the apples. Pour water evenly over top. Bake in a 375 degree oven for 30 minutes, until apples are tender and top is nicely browned. Serve warm or cooled with ice cream or whipped cream.

Serves 4, generously.