Swiss Apple and Bread Dessert  | 
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                                            Prep Time: 5 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes  | 
                                            Ready In: 20 Minutes Servings: 4  | 
                                         
                                        
                                     
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                    Easier than bread pudding, and a good way to use up stale bread. Adapted from Breads of the World. Do not freeze this recipe. NOTE: I hope my description didn't mislead anyone into thinking this is supposed to have the same texture as bread pudding. It isn't. Ingredients: 
                    
                        
                                                4 tablespoons butter  |  
                                                6 slices day-old white bread, crusts removed, cut in small pieces  |  
                                                3 green apples, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced  |  
                                                1/2 cup sugar  |  
                                                1/2 teaspoon cinnamon  |  
                                                1/2 cup raisins  |  
                                                whipped cream, for serving (or vanilla sauce)  |  
                                                
                     
                    Directions: 
                    
                        
                            
                                1. Melt butter in a large skillet. 2. Add bread pieces and brown well. 3. Add apple slices. 4. Cover and simmer until apples are soft, 10-15 minutes. 5. Stir in sugar, cinnamon and raisins. 6. Serve warm, topped with whipped cream or vanilla sauce.                              | 
                         
                         
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