Cheesy Apple Crisp

13 quarts apples (about 42 medium), peeled and sliced
2 cups water
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons lemon juice
8 cups all-purpose flour
8 cups granulated sugar
2 tablespoons cinnamon
1 tablespoons salt
4 cups butter or margarine
8 cups shredded Cheddar cheese
Whipped cream or ice cream (optional)

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease four 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking pans.

Arrange apples in prepared baking pans.

Combine water and lemon juice; sprinkle over apples.

Combine flour, sugar, cinnamon and salt; cut in butter until crumbly. Lightly stir in cheese. Spread over apples. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until apples are tender and topping is crisp.

Serve with whipped cream or ice cream if desired.

100 servings