Ingredients

• 4 large apples
• 1 cup brown sugar, packed
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons rum or 1 teaspoon rum flavoring
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup grated, medium Cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup soft butter

Instructions

1. Peel, core and slice the apples thinly into an 8-inch square baking dish.
2. Mix 1/2 cup of the brown sugar with the cinnamon and rum. Sprinkle on the apples and mix lightly.
3. Combine flour, salt, grated cheese, butter and remaining 1/2 cup brown sugar.
4. Crumble mixture evenly over the apples.
5. Bake in a 325 degree F oven for 40 to 45 minutes until apples are tender.
6. Serve warm with whipped cream, ice cream or sour cream.