Blushing Applesauce
Course: ApplesauceCuisine: EuropeanPrep Time
30 mins
Cook Time
25
minutesTotal Time
55
minutesServings
10
Ingredients
5 pounds — unpeeled Macintosh apples, quartered and cored
¾ cup — white sugar
¾ cup — water
¼ cup — fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon — ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon — ground nutmeg
Directions
- Place apples in a large pot with sugar, water, and lemon juice. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until apples are very soft and lose their shape, about 25 minutes.
- Remove apples from the heat and allow to cool slightly. Puree apples in a food processor or food mill. If using the food processor, strain apples through a sieve to remove pieces of apple skin.
- Stir in cinnamon and nutmeg. Serve at room temperature or refrigerate and serve cold.
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