Rosey Red Applesauce

By kas_9232

Cinnamon red-hot candies add a delightful surprise to your applesauce.


*EACH 1/4-CUP SERVING*
Calories *83*
Total Fat *0g*
Protein *0g*
Carbohydrates *21g*

Ingredients

• 3 pounds McIntosh apples, quartered, cored
• 1 cup apple cider
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon red-hot candies
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 pinch salt

Preparation

Step 1

*1*.In a Dutch oven, combine apples, cider, and cinnamon candies. Bring to a boil; reduce the heat and simmer, partially covered, for 25 minutes, until the apples soften and break down, stirring frequently with a wooden spoon to break up apples.
*2*.Stir in sugar, lemon juice, and salt and simmer 5 minutes to thicken slightly. Press apple mixture through a food mill or, for a chunky sauce, remove apple skins with a fork.