Blushing Apples (p2)

(I got this from the [KRAFT] Food and Family, fall 06 edition Magazine)

Blushing Apples (P2)
Makes 4 servings, 1 apple each.

2pkg (4 -serving size each) Jello-O brand strawberry flavored gelatin
1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon (I used more)
4 cups water 4 medium apples, such as Granny Smith,McIntosh or Golden Delicious
1/2 c thawed cool whip

Mix dry gelatin mix and cinnamon in 3 to 4 qt. saucepan. Add water and bring to a boil on med heat. Stir frequently until gelatin is completely dissolved. Apples: peel and core apples. Add to gelatin mixture in saucepan; partially cover saucepan with lid. Return to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer 10 to 15 mins or until the apples are fork tender. Gently turn apples every 5 min. When finished remove apples from sauce pan and serve warm (or cool if you prefer) Store apples in tightly covered container in refrigerator.
Serve each apple topped with 2 TAB cool topping and garnish with fresh mint, if desired.