Harvest Apple Bread *

Directions

Cream the butter and sugars until light.

Beat in vanilla and eggs.

Combine the flour, baking soda and salt.

Stir into butter mixture. Batter will be very thick.

Stir in chopped apples, combining all ingredients well.

Pour into greased 4×12 inch loaf pan.

Combine the streusel ingredients in a saucepan.

Stir over low heat until the mixture begins to bubble.

Spread over batter.

Bake at 375~ for 10 minutes. Lower heat to 350℉ (180℃).

Bake an additional 30 to 35 minutes.

Test with a toothpick. Remove pan to rack to cool for 10 minutes.

Remove from pan. Continue to cool on rack.

Sprinkle with sliced almonds.

• Peel and chop apples immediately before adding to batter to prevent browning.