Cherry Crisp

This recipe is a great alternative to slaving over making a 2-crust pie. Add some vanilla ice cream and you will receive no complaints. I have two sources for the tart cherries. Whole Foods has them in a glass jar ( I use 2 jars) or Lucky's has Oregon brand in the can ( 3- 14.5 ounce cans). Adjust the filling and topping ingredients if not exactly 5 cups of tart cherries.

Ingredients for Filling:

• 5 cups tart cherries, drained
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 3 tablespoons flour

Directions for Filling:

Combine the sugar and flour and add to the cherries; mixing well. Place filling in a lightly buttered glass baking dish (9x9-inch)

Ingredients for Topping:

• 1/2 cup rolled quick oats
• 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
• 1/4 cup flour
• 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 cup butter, melted
• 1/4 cup chopped nuts (if desired)

Directions for Topping:

Combine all topping ingredients cutting in the butter to resemble coarse crumbs. Sprinkle topping evenly over the filling.

Bake at 375-degrees for 30-35 minutes.

Serve warm.