Directions:  Peel carrots and cut into 1/2 inch chunks.  Peel and core apples and cut into 1/2 inch chunks.  On stove in saucepan mix cider, sugar and cayenne and stir over medium heat for 3-5 minutes to blend sugar and cider.

In a two-inch baking pan, combine cider mixture, fruit and carrots and cover with aluminum foil tightly and bake in 350 degree oven for approximately 2.5-3 hrs, until carrots are soft.

This healthful dessert can be served cold or warm with whipped cream.

"The dessert winner in our 2005 Cider Recipe Challenge, this is a wonderful recipe from Randy Kustanowitz of Aubergine Catering.  What a fun, new recipe to try!"