Ingredients
13 quarts apples (about 42 medium), peeled and sliced2 cups water1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons lemon juice8 cups all-purpose flour8 cups sugar2 tablespoons ground cinnamon1 tablespoon salt4 cups cold butter8 cups shredded cheddar cheeseWhipped cream or ice cream, optional
Preparation
Arrange apples in four greased 13x9-in. baking dishes. Combine water and lemon juice; sprinkle over apples. Combine the flour, sugar, cinnamon and salt; cut in butter until crumbly. Gently stir in cheese. Spread over apples.
Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until apples are tender and topping is crisp. Serve with whipped cream or ice cream if desired.
