Serves 4
1. Preheat oven to 350F.
2. Butter 8-by-8-inch baking dish.
3. In medium bowl, combine flour, 1/2 cup of brown sugar, oats, nuts, and salt.
4. Add the butter and stir with a fork until the crumbs are moist.
5. Add the apples to the buttered baking dish and toss with remaining 1/4 cup brown sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice.
6. Spread the apples into an even layer.
7. Sprinkle the crumb mixture on top.
8. Bake until the apples are tender and the topping is crisp and brownish (about 50 to 60 minutes).
9. Serve plain or with whipped cream or ice cream.