Ingredients

1/2 cup all-purpose flour1/2 cup sugar1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg40 caramels, quartered9 cups sliced peeled tart apples1/4 cup orange juiceTOPPING:1/2 cup sugar1/3 cup all-purpose flour3 tablespoons cold butter2/3 cup quick-cooking oats1/2 cup chopped walnuts

Preparation

In a bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg; add caramels and stir to coat.

In another bowl, toss apples with orange juice. Add caramel mixture and mix. Spread into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish.

For topping, combine sugar and flour in a small bowl; cut in butter until crumbly. Add oats and walnuts; sprinkle over apples. Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 45-50 minutes or until apples are tender.