Step 1

Peel the apples and slice them into 1/2-inch thick wedges. Slice the bread into a small dice or tear into very small pieces.

Step 2

Coat a 9-inch by 9-inch baking dish or a 9-inch pie plate with butter. Then add one-third of the breadcrumbs, one-third of the brown sugar, and one-half of the apple slices. Repeat these layers once more, then finish with a third layer of breadcrumbs and brown sugar.

Step 3

Slice the butter and lay the slices all over the top of the final layer. Sprinkle water all over the top, cover with foil and bake in a 375-degree oven until the apples are tender, about 40 minutes. Remove the foil and bake 5-10 more minutes to brown the top.

Step 4

Serve with ice cream, whipped cream, or Reddi Whip, if you’re feeling ornery. Enjoy!