Apple Butter

Directions

1. 1
   Prepare jars for processing.
2. 2
   Cut apples into quarters (do not peel).
3. 3
   In heavy 7-quart saucepan over high heat, bring apples and cider to boil.
4. 4
   Reduce heat; cook 15 minutes until apples are tender.
5. 5
   Into a very large bowl, press apple mix through food mill.
6. 6
   Return apple pulp to pan; add sugar, cinnamon and cloves. Cook about 1 hour and 15 minutes or until thick, dark and mounds slightly when dropped from spoon.
7. 7
   Remove from heat.
8. 8
   Ladle mixture into jars, leaving about 1/4-inch space at top.
9. 9
   Makes 10 (8 ounce) jars.