Ingredients

2 Granny Smith apples (about 3/4 pound) 

3 McIntosh apples (about 1 pound) 

1 tablespoon margarine or unsalted butter 

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 

3 tablespoons sugar 

Preparation

Peel, core, and cut apples into 3/4-inch chunks. Melt margarine in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat. Add apples, cinnamon, sugar, and two tablespoons water. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the apples are tender, about 10 minutes. Serve warm or chilled.