Apple Nachos

Ingredients:

4 medium tart apples cut into ¼ inch slices ($2.75)

½ cup dried cranberries ($1.50)

½ cup toasted pecans ($1.95)

2/3 cup caramel bits ($1.45)

1 Tablespoon water

1/3 cup Peanut Butter Chips (.50)

5 oz mini marshmallows (.59)

1/3 cup butter (.50)

Directions:

„X Wash the apples under running, tepid water. Décor and cut into ¼" slices. Treat with ascorbic acid produce to prevent oxidation (browning). Drain and set aside.

„X In a microwave save bowl, melt the caramels with water; stir until smooth.

„X Melt the marshmallows with butter.

„X Arrange apple slices on a large platter.

„X Drizzle with caramel; top with marshmallow mixture. Sprinkle with toasted pecans, dried cranberries and peanut butter pieces.

„X Serve immediately.

Serves 6 – 8 people (1/2 cup serving) Cost approximately $1.20 per person