6 cup fresh unsweetened applesauce
1/2 cup calvados
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup orange blossom honey
1 tbsp ground cinnamon
1/4 tsp ground cloves
Directions
Place all ingredients in heavy saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium
heat, stirring frequently. Cook for about 15 minutes, or until
mixture begins to thicken. Pour into hot sterilized jars, leaving 1/4
inch headspace. Vacuum seal. Makes 6 1/2 pint jars. From Gourmet
Preserves, Judith Choate.
Servings: 1 servings
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Categories: Alcohol; Apple; Beverages; Fruit
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