Step 1

Pre-heat oven to 400F with the 13 x 9 inch baking dish inside.

Step 2

In a large skillet over medium, heat the butter and saute the apples, stirring until tender, about 10 minutes. Add the pecans, lightly toasting. When the apples begin to caramelize, stir in the maple syrup and turn off the heat.

Step 3

by placing everything in a blender(eggs, milk, flour, vanilla, maple syrup, salt, cardamom, nutmeg, cinnamon) and blend until smooth. (Or feel free to whisk in a bowl)

Step 4

When the oven is fully preheated remove the heated baking dish, and add 2 tablespoons butter, brushing the sides and bottom. Add the caramelized apples and spread out evenly on the bottom. Pour the batter over top. Grate with extra nutmeg if you like.

Step 5

Place on the middle rack with ample room on top and bake 30 minutes or until puffed and deeply golden.

Step 6

Serve immediately with maple syrup. Feel free to sprinkle with powdered sugar.