Apples
- Honey – a drizzle (or maple syrup if honey feels too sweet right now)
- Cinnamon – a dusting (warmth without sharpness)
- Butter or olive oil – a small pat (fat carries flavor—and comfort)
- Warm water or tea – to fill the baking dish (steam softens the edges)
Optional: a handful of oats, a sprinkle of nuts, a splash of vanilla—only if it feels right.Instructions (Go Slowly)
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Let the quiet hum of it fill the space. - Wash the apples.
Feel the cool skin under your hands. Notice their weight. Their imperfections.
(Grief, too, is uneven. That’s okay.) - Core them gently.
Use a knife or spoon. Leave the base intact so they hold their shape.
(Some holes cannot be filled. But they can be held.) - Place them in a baking dish.
Nestle them close if you’re making more than one.
Pour in warm water or herbal tea (chamomile, mint) to cover the bottom.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
