Applesauce

Directions

1. 1
   Wash apples thoroughly and cut into quarters.
2. 2
   Remove seeds and core.
3. 3
   Place apples in a steamer basket and set in a pot containing less than an inch of water which is boiling.
4. 4
   Cover and steam the apples for 10 to 15 minutes or until very tender.
5. 5
   Add more hot water to pot if necessary during the steaming process.
6. 6
   Check apples for proper tenderness with a fork.
7. 7
   Remove pot from heat and allow apples and cooking liquid to cool completely.
8. 8
   Peel cooled apples with a knife and puree in a food processor or pass apples with skins through a food mill to puree and remove skins.
9. 9
   Stir in reserved cooking liquid to adjust consistency.