Simple Home Style Applesauce - apples

Method

• Wash, cut and core (peel if desired) your apples.
• Small cubes or strips are best.
• Place apple chunks in large pot over medium heat with a lid.
• Add water to just cover the bottom.
• Cook for 20 minutes or until tender, stirring occasionally.
• Replace water as needed.
• Add cinnamon and sugar to taste depending on the apples you used.
• (Freeze) Store in freezer bags and remove remaining air.
• You can also freeze in a sterilized icecube tray for easy 1/2 to 1 oz portions for babies and toddlers.
• Can be stored in a deep freeze for up to six months.
• Thaw out overnight in the fridge.
• Or store in fridge after preparing without freezing in an old applesauce jar.
• *Health Hint* Substitute sugar with honey, stevia or your favorite sweetener or leave plain.
• +Taste Replace+ Instead of apples, try pears, peaches or plums.
• Skin, pit, core etc.
• Steam them the same until soft.
• Try mixing two or more together or add berries to sweeten.