Apple Butter

Directions

1. 1
   Cut apples in quarters (skins, stems and seeds can stay on).
2. 2
   Place in medium saucepan and add water to cover apples completely.
3. 3
   Add cloves and apple cider vinegar.
4. 4
   Bring to boil over high heat, then reduce to a simmer. Cook apples until soft, 15-20 minutes.
5. 5
   Drain water from pan. Transfer to a medium strainer or food mill. Push through strainer or mill, back into saucepan. You should have the consistency of applesauce. Discard stems, skins, seeds and cloves.
6. 6
   Add brown sugar and cook over low heat, stirring occasionally for 2 hours to reduce consistency.
7. 7
   Add room-temperature butter and stir until butter is melted.
8. 8
   Pour into separate container and chill before serving.