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Chunky Applesauce

This is the perfect thing to make after you’ve gone apple-picking or to celebrate the first crop of apples at the local farmers’ market. This is a delightful filling for Miniature Fresh Fruit Tarts (page 243).

Recipe information

  • Yield

    4 to 6 servings

Ingredients

6 to 8 large sweet cooking apples, such as Cortland or Rome, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch dice
1/2 cup apple juice
2 tablespoons natural granulated sugar, or to taste
Cinnamon to taste

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Combine the apples and juice in a large saucepan. Bring to a simmer, cover, and cook over low heat, stirring occasionally, until the apples are soft, 20 to 30 minutes.

    Step 2

    Add the brown sugar and cinnamon, and allow to cool. Serve warm or at room temperature.

  2. nutrition information

    Step 3

    Calories: 155

    Step 4

    Total Fat: 0g

    Step 5

    Protein: 0g

    Step 6

    Carbohydrate: 36g

    Step 7

    Cholesterol: 0mg

    Step 8

    Sodium: 3mg

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