Made From Scratch Applesauce

Name: Made From Scratch Applesauce
Ingredients: 3 lb. apples (like Galas or McIntosh); 1 cinnamon stick or 1 tsp. ground cinnamon; 2-inch vanilla bean, halved lengthwise; 2 strips lemon zest; 1 1/2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice or to taste; 1/2 c. sugar or fructose or to taste; 2 Tbsp. dry white wine; 2 1/2 c. water or as needed

8 ingredients

9 steps

Ingredients

3 lb. apples (like Galas or McIntosh)
1 cinnamon stick or 1 tsp. ground cinnamon
2-inch vanilla bean, halved lengthwise
2 strips lemon zest
1 1/2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice or to taste
1/2 c. sugar or fructose or to taste
2 Tbsp. dry white wine
2 1/2 c. water or as needed

Directions

1

Wash apples and cut in half; remove stems and cores, but leaves skins intact.
2

Place in a large pot.
3

Add cinnamon, vanilla, lemon zest, juice, sugar, wine and water.
4

Bring to a boil.
5

Reduce heat and simmer, covered, until apples are soft.
6

Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
7

Remove and discard cinnamon stick and vanilla bean.
8

Puree apples and pan juices in a blender for a smoother sauce or process for a chunky texture.
9

Makes eight servings.