Peel the apples, reserving the peels of 6 of them. Quarter and core the apples. Combine all ingredients in a large saucepan; bring to a boil then reduce heat. Simmer mixture until apples are soft and you can mash them down into applesauce, about 45 minutes to 1 hour. Remove from heat and cool.
Remove peels from the applesauce and discard them. Mash applesauce a bit more if you wish (I like mine a bit chunky), then refrigerate until ready to serve.
If you like, you can make extra applesauce and spoon into sterilized pint jars, seal and process in a boiling water bath for 15 minutes.
Author's Comments
This homemade applesauce has a delicious, clear apple taste accented with a little nutmeg, a nip of lemon, and bit of cranberry juice.
Instructions
Peel the apples, reserving the peels of 6 of them. Quarter and core the apples. Combine all ingredients in a large saucepan; bring to a boil then reduce heat. Simmer mixture until apples are soft and you can mash them down into applesauce, about 45 minutes to 1 hour. Remove from heat and cool.
Remove peels from the applesauce and discard them. Mash applesauce a bit more if you wish (I like mine a bit chunky), then refrigerate until ready to serve.
If you like, you can make extra applesauce and spoon into sterilized pint jars, seal and process in a boiling water bath for 15 minutes.
Author's Comments
This homemade applesauce has a delicious, clear apple taste accented with a little nutmeg, a nip of lemon, and bit of cranberry juice.
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