1 port, 4/5 quart
4 cup water
6 large golden delicious apples
1 1/2 cup sugar
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1 cinnamon stick
Directions
Pare apples and thinly slice. Combine port with water and bring to
boil over high heat. Add apples and simmer uncovered, stirring
occasionally for 45 minutes. Add sugar and spices and cook 20 -25
minutes until it resembles applesauce. Prepare 3 pint jars and fill.
Set aside to cool and check seals. sunset home canning.
Servings: 3 servings
Apple Butter With Port Recipe brought to you by Recipe Ideas
Categories: Apple; Fruit
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