8 c. tart apples, sliced and peeled (about 6 medium apples)
2 1/4 c. brown sugar, packed and divided
2 tsp. ground cinnamon
1 c. butter or margarine, softened
2 eggs
2 c. all-purpose flour
1 c. walnuts, finely chopped and divided
vanilla ice cream (optional)

Place apples in a greased 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking dish. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup brown sugar and cinnamon. In a mixing bowl, cream butter and remaining brown sugar. Add eggs. Stir in flour and 1/2 cup walnuts. Spread over apples. Sprinkle with remaining walnuts. Bake at 350° for 45 to 55 minutes or until the apples are tender. Serve warm with ice cream, if desired. Yield: 12 to 16 servings.