APPLE & CINNAMON CHIPS

Crisp and crunchy, without the fat and strong flavors of potato chips, these make a much healthier alternative for all the family.

SERVES: 4     PREP: 20–25 MINS, PLUS COOLING     COOK: 1½–2 HRS

4 cups water

1 tablespoon sea salt

3 crisp, sweet apples pinch of ground cinnamon

1. Preheat the oven to 225°F. Put the water and salt into a large mixing bowl and stir until the salt has dissolved.

2. Thinly slice the apples, one at a time, with a sharp knife or mandoline, leaving the skin on and the core still in place, but removing any seeds. Add each apple slice to the water. Turn to coat in the salt water, which will help prevent discoloration.

3. Drain the apple slices in a colander, then lightly pat dry with a clean dish towel. Arrange in a thin layer on a large roasting rack. Place it in the oven so that the heat can circulate under the slices as well as over the tops.

4. Bake for 1½–2 hours, until the apple slices are dry and crisp. Loosen with a spatula and transfer to a large plate or cutting board, then sprinkle with cinnamon. Let cool completely, then serve or pack into a plastic container, seal, and keep in the refrigerator for up to two days.

per serving: 72 cal / 0.2g fat / trace sat fat / 19.1g carbs / 14.2g sugars / 0.7g salt / 3.4g fiber / 0.3g protein