Apple Crisp

1 lb sliced apples (equals 2 full cups)
1/2 cup butter or margarine softened
1 cup oatmeal uncooked
1 teaspoon cinnamon
2 cups brown sugar
1/2 cup water

Wash, pare and slice apples. Work together oatmeal, sugar, butter and cinnamon until oatmeal is coated and texture is crumbly. Fill greased baking dish with alternate layers of apples and oatmeal mixture. Pat oatmeal firmly into apples. Add water carefully at side of pan. Bake in a 400 degree oven for 5 minutes. Reduce heat to 350 degrees and bake about 30 to 40 minutes until apples are well done. Serve with a sauce topping (the caramel topping tastes great), whipped cream or ice cream.