Name: Cider-Poached Apples with Candied Walnuts, Rum Cream, and Cider Syrup
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 2 1/2 hr
Yield: Makes 6 servings
Ingredients: 6 medium Gala apples (about 3 pounds), cored from bottom, leaving stems on; 1/2 lemon; 1/2 gallon apple cider; 1 cup packed light brown sugar; 1 cup chopped walnuts (4 ounces); 2 tablespoons granulated sugar; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted; 1 large egg white, lightly beaten; 1/2 cup chilled heavy cream; 1 1/2 tablespoon granulated sugar; 1 tablespoon dark rum; 1/4 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; Accompaniment: 2 tablespoon bottled boiled cider

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Cider-Poached Apples with Candied Walnuts, Rum Cream, and Cider SyrupRomulo Yanes

We had to forgo apple pie for this quick menu, but this deconstructed take is just as satisfying and very sophisticated.

Cooks notes:

•Apples can be poached 2 days ahead and chilled. Before serving, bring to room temperature.
•Candied walnuts can be made 2 days ahead and kept in an airtight container.

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