Apple Butter

Directions

1. 1
   Place apples into a large dutch oven or a slow cooker. Add cinnamon, brown sugar, granulated sugar, and water. Gently stir.
2. 2
   If making on stove: close with lid and cook over low heat for ~3 hours, checking regularly and stirring as needed. If making in slow cooker: close with lid and cook on low heat for ~6 hours, checking every hour or so and stirring as needed. Apples should break down and turn a dark, rich brown color.
3. 3
   Once it has reached this state, remove from heat and let cool slightly. Add lemon juice, then puree using an immersion blender or a food processor. If apple butter doesn't seem thick enough (it should easily coat the back of a spoon), return to stovetop/slow cooker and continue to cook down, checking frequently, until desired consistency is reached.
4. 4
   Transfer the apple butter to jars and store in fridge for up to 4 weeks.