Ingredients
3 qt unsweetened applesauce
2 lb granulated sugar
1 lb brown sugar
3/4 cup apple cider
SPICES
1/2 tsp nutmeg
1/4 tsp allspice
3/4 tsp cloves
3 tsp cinnamon
Directions
The thicker skinned, late Summer and Fall apples produce a grainier
texture that's best for applesauce.
Stir applesauce, sugars, and cider together and cook in a slow oven
(325 deg F.) for 3 hours, stirring occasionally.
Add spices. Return to oven and cook 1 hour more. Apple butter
requires long, slow cooking. (Can also be made in a crockpot.)
Servings: 12 servings
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Categories: Apple; Crock Pot; Crockpot; Fruit
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