Making homemade applesauce is a simple yet rewarding culinary endeavor that fills your kitchen with the comforting aroma of simmering apples and cinnamon. This recipe strikes the perfect balance between sweetness and tartness by using a blend of apple varieties,
Ingredients:
- 6 medium apples (a mix of sweet and tart varieties, such as Fuji and Granny Smith)
- 1 cup water
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon (optional)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions:
- Peel, core, and chop the apples into small chunks.
- In a large saucepan, combine the apples, water, sugar, and lemon juice.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low.
- Cover and simmer for about 20-25 minutes, or until the apples are soft and tender.
- Use a potato masher or an immersion blender to mash the apples to your desired consistency.
- Stir in the ground cinnamon, if using.
- Allow the applesauce to cool before serving or storing in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
