Baked Apple and Potatoes

Baked Apple and Potatoes

Who's in the mood for some comfort food?!?!? Happy Autumn! Here is a simple no nonsense side dish recipe. It's perfect for autumn, the holidays, and the entire winter season.

Ingredients:

• 2-3 lbs russet, white, or red potatoes, washed, dried, and cut into small pieces
• 2-3 golden delicious apples, washed and cut into 1/2 to 1 inch pieces
• 2 -3 MacIntosh or Braeburn apples, washed and cut into 1/2 to 1 inch pieces
• 1/2 stick butter
• 1-2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• Salt for taste

Directions:

1. Heat oven to 375°.
2. Place butter in a casserole or oven safe dish and melt
3. Toss potatoes and apples and some salt with the butter. Pour some vegetable oil on top and toss again.
4. Bake for 45 minutes to an hour, to desired crispiness or texture.
5. Let cool and serve.

This is such a great side dish that is versatile. To add more fall to it, make it with sweet potatoes or add pecans and dried cranberries.