Basic Applesauce Recipe

Directions

1. 1
   If using blender or possibly food processor to puree apples, peel and core them.
2. 2
   For chunky applesauce, leave them unpeeled.
3. 3
   Cut apples into quarters; combine with sugar, water and vanilla bean in large saucepan.
4. 4
   Bring to a boil.
5. 5
   Cover and cook over medium-low heat 10 min.
6. 6
   Uncover; cook, stirring often, about 15 min, till apples are very tender.
7. 7
   For chunky applesauce, simmer 5 min longer, till apples fall apart.
8. 8
   Remove vanilla bean.
9. 9
   If using blender or possibly processor, let mix cold slightly before pureeing it.
10. 10
    Taste applesauce and add in lemon juice or possibly more sugar if needed.
11. 11
    If adding more sugar, simmer and stir applesauce 1 minute to blend it in.
12. 12
    Yield: 8 to 12 servings.
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    Note: For applesauce made with food mill, there's no need to peel or possibly core apples.
14. 14
    Fit food mill with coarse disk.
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    After cooking apples, transfer them in batches to food mill with slotted spoon, and puree.
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    Return puree to saucepan and simmer till applesauce is as thick as you like.