If you like it well enough, you could use Maple flavoring and Stevia or Splenda and omit the Pecans & butter and then you could enjoy more often.
Pan-Roasted Apples with Maple and Pecans
New Media Publishing / Photography: Flat Art Studios.com / Stylist: Abigail Donnelly
Provided By: Paul Grimes
New Media Publishing / Photography: Flat Art Studios.com / Stylist: Abigail Donnelly
Provided By: Paul Grimes
• Serves: 12
• Prep Time:20 mins
• Total Time:30 mins
Ingredients
o 8 Granny Smith apples, cut each into 8 wedges
o 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
o 2 cups pecans
o 1 teaspoon curry powder
o 1/2 stick (4 tablespoons) unsalted butter
o 1/2 cup maple syrup
o 1/2 teaspoon salt
o 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
Put rack in middle position and reheat oven to 350F.
Cut apples and toss with vinegar in a bowl until ready to use.
Toast pecans in a shallow baking sheet until golden and fragrant, 8 to 10 minutes. Transfer pecans to a plate until ready to use.
Cook curry powder in butter in a 12-inch heavy skillet, stirring constantly, about 30 seconds.
Add syrup, salt, pepper, apples and vinegar to skillet.
Cook apples, stirring occasionally, over moderate heat until apples are firm tender and juices thicken slightly, 10 to 12 minutes.
Add pecans and toss lightly to coat.