Apple, Bee Balm and Sunflower Crisp

Recipe By :Wanita Sears

* 2 1/2 cups finely chopped dried apples
* 1 1/2 cups warm water
* 1 tablespoon lemon juice
* 1 cup hulled sunflower seeds, toasted
* 1 cup fine yellow cornmeal
* 1/3 cup plus 1 tablespoon water
* 1/4 cup dried bee balm (Monarda) petals
* 1/3 cup honey

Combine apples, 1 1/2 cups water and lemon juice. Allow to stand for 45 min utes. Whirl 
sunflower seeds in a blender till fine. Add cornmeal, then wate r. Mix just to blend. 
Reserve 2 tablespoons of the mixture for topping. Pre ss remainder of mixture into the 
bottom of a 6 1/2 x 10 inch cake pan. Spre ad apple mixture on crust and sprinkle with 
bee balm petals. Drizzle honey over all. Sprinkle reserved seed mixture over top. Bake 
at 350F for 25 -30 minutes. Serve slightly warm.