Sunny-Side Apple Kuchen

1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup white sugar
2 eggs, beaten
1 1/2 cups flour
1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. salt
1/2 cup milk
4 to 5 peeled, sliced apples

Topping
1/2 cup brown sugar
1/2 tsp. cinnamon
4 tbsp. melted butter

Cream butter and sugar, beat in eggs.

Sift flour, baking powder, cinnamon and salt, and add alternatively with milk. Pour into 8-inch well greased square cake pan.

Arrange apple slices like shingles over top of batter.

Combine brown sugar and cinnamon, sprinkle over apples and drizzle with melted butter.

Bake at 350 degrees F for 50-60 minutes. Serve warm or cold with cream or Cheddar cheese.

Yield: 6-8 servings
Source: Vermont Apple Marketing Board