Baked Apples (version 1.0)

This blog is an experiment. Many of you ask about how we eat, and many of those who ask look at us as if we've lost our minds. Though we're not into making Scripture say what we want it to so that we can justify a diet that "works," we're going to post some recipes on here periodically. They are good - honestly. You can experiment a little and let us know if you think you have something to make the recipe better. Here goes nothing:

Baked Apples (version 1.0)
Prep time: 20 minutes
Baking time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4

4 medium-to-large baking apples (we like Fuji)
4 tbsp margarine (softened)
1/2 cup chopped natural pecans
1/2 cup chopped natural almonds
1/2 cup Maine blueberries
3/4 cup 100% pure maple syrup (approximation)
1 cup plain organic yogurt
1/2 cup grated non-processed cheddar cheese (optional)

1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees (Farenheit). Using TPC's "Cook's Corer" (or some other coring implement), remove the cores from the apples and place each apple on a small baking stone (or other baking dish).

2. In a small bowl combine margarine and nuts with a fork until well blended. Stuff the apples' center holes to half-full with the nut mixture. Pour a small amount (1/2 tsp) on top of the first nut layer. Stuff the remaining nut mixture into the remaining part of the apples' center holes.

3. Drizzle maple syrup over each apple, paying special attention to the exposed nut mixture.

4. Place blueberries on top of the nut mixture on each apple, allowing the rest to fall on (and around) the apples.

5. Bake at 350 for 25 minutes. If desired, sprinkle grated cheese over the apples. Bake for the remaining 5 minutes (or until desired). Cool for ten minutes.

6. Place each apple into a dessert bowl. Drizzle the sauce from the bottom of the baking stone over each apple. Using a small spoon, divide the yogurt among the four bowls by placing dollops of yogurt at the base of each apple. This makes a great presentation and adds variety to the dish.