Youll love this souped-up cinnamony apple cobbler, with its crunchy cracker topping and layer of gooey Cheddar.

Its similar to pineapple casserole but with tender glazed apples.

fresh lemon juice

1 14 tsp.

Old-Fashioned Apple And Cheese Casserole

Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Torie Cox

ground cinnamon, divided

18 tsp.

), crushed

1 cup shredded sharp or mild Cheddar cheese

Directions

Preheat oven to 350F.

Coat an 11 x 7inch baking dish with cooking spray.

apple and cheese casserole

Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Styling: Torie Cox

Whisk together cider and cornstarch and set aside.

Stir in cider mixture; cook until thickened and glossy, 2 to 3 minutes.

Pour apple mixture into prepared baking dish.

Combine butter and remaining 14 teaspoon cinnamon in a medium bowl; add crushed crackers and toss to combine.

Sprinkle cheese over apple mixture; sprinkle cracker mixture over cheese.

Bake casserole, uncovered, at 350F until filling is bubbly and topping is browned, about 30 minutes.