Classic Cherry Crisp

Preheat oven to 350 F.

Pour drained cherries into a 9 inch square pan (if you are using cherry pie filling, do not drain.)

In a separate bowl combine flour, oats, brown sugar, allspice, cinnamon, nutmeg and melted butter. Mixture should be crumbly. Pour oat and flour mixture over cherries and spread evenly. Sprinkle with pecans.

Bake for 30 minutes, until top is lightly browned. Remove pan from oven and set it on a rack. Let it cool for 15 minutes. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Serving suggestions: This dessert goes well with vanilla or pistachio ice cream. Or topped with whipped cream.