Matzo Apple Kugel recipe

8 servings

4 matzo crackers, crushed

3 eggs, beaten

1/4 cup white sugar

1 teaspoon salt, divided

1/2 teaspoon lemon juice

1/3 cup applesauce

3 Granny Smith apples - cored, peeled and chopped

1/2 cup dried cranberries

1/4 cup white sugar

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Place the crumbled matzos in a medium bowl, and add enough water to cover.

Let stand for 2 minutes, then drain off excess water.

Do not squeeze.

To the bowl of matzo, add eggs, 1/4 cup sugar, salt, lemon juice and applesauce.

Stir to combine.

Mix in the apples and dried cranberries.

Spread the mixture evenly into a 2 quart casserole dish.

Mix together the remaining 1/4 cup of sugar, and cinnamon; sprinkle over the top.

Bake for 45 minutes in the preheated oven, or until the top is golden, and the apples are soft.