Applesauce from the store is just, well, applesauce from the store. Make it special - make it yourself.
I pulsate my cooked apples in the blender for just a few seconds, as I like it somewhat chunky. If you wish, pulsate until the applesauce is completely smooth. Also, adjust the sugar, cinnamon and lemon juice to your liking.
I prefer Mcintosh apples for applesauce. But Granny Smith is also a good choice.
Ingredients:
3 to 3 1/2 lbs peeled, cored and quartered apples
2 tablespoons lemon juice
3 inches of cinnamon stick
1/4 cup dark brown sugar
1/4 cup white granulated sugar
1/2 cup water
1/2 teaspoon salt
Directions:
Into a large pot, add all ingredients; cover and bring to a boil
Lower heat - simmer for 20 minutes.
Remove applesauce from heat; remove cinnamon stick.
After sauce slightly cools, pour into blender and pulsate a few seconds (longer for really smooth applesauce).
Ready to serve!
Store left-overs in refrigerator or freeze in plastic air-tight containers.
FUN: add green food coloring before freezing and serve during Christmas dinner.
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