Apple Pie Filling

4 baking apples such as gala, granny smith or rome
⅓ cup brown sugar
3 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon cornstarch
2 tablespoons water

1. Peel and core apples the chop or slice *
2. In a sauté pan melt butter over medium heat. Stir in apples, sugar, cinnamon, and water.
3. Cook stirring occasionally for 4-6 minutes until slightly softened.
4. In a small bowl whisk cornstarch and 2 tablespoons water. Add to the pan while stirring and continue to cook until filling is slightly thickened. Be careful not to overcook apples

Tips *
You can leave the skin on the apple if you prefer.