Cinnamon Apple Dumplings

Combine first seven ingredients until coarse in texture. Put aside.

Slice apples and combine with remaining five ingredients. Place apple mixture in buttered 13" x 9" glass pan. Top with meal mixture and pat it down firmly and evenly. Bake for about 45-60 min. Topping should be medium brown--if it gets too dark before 45 min, cover with foil and finish baking. Cool for at least 30 minutes before cutting into loose squares. Makes 12 servings.

Tips: If a thin metal pan is used, apples can get overcooked and mushy. Check tenderness of apples at 45 min. If they're very tender and topping needs more cooking, you can broil the topping for 1-2 minutes and remove from the oven.

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