Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Ingredients

　　4 Golden Delicious apples (about 1 1/2 pounds)

　　2 tablespoons unsalted butter

　　3 tablespoons Grade B maple syrup (or Grade A maple syrup flavored with 1 drop maple extract, or to taste)

　　1 tablespoon water

　　1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice

　　1/4 teaspoon cinnamon

　　Peel and core apples and cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices. In a 12-inch heavy skillet heat butter over moderately high heat until foam subsides and sauté apples, turning them, until golden and tender. Stir in maple syrup, water, lemon juice, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt and cook, stirring, until apples are glazed.