Blushing Applesauce

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This applesauce is a pretty shade of pale pink because the apples are cooked in their skins.

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Prep Time:
30 mins
Cook Time:
25 mins
Total Time:
55 mins
Servings:
10
Yield:
10 servings
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Ingredients

  • 5 pounds Macintosh apples, quartered and cored

  • ¾ cup sugar

  • ¾ cup water

  • ¼ cup lemon juice

  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon

  • ½ teaspoon nutmeg

Directions

  1. Place apples in a large pot with the sugar, water, and lemon juice. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low and simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally, until the apples are very soft and lose their shape, about 25 minutes.

  2. Remove the apples from the heat and allow to cool slightly. Puree apples in a food processor or food mill. If using the food processor, strain the apples through a sieve to remove the pieces of apple skin.

  3. Stir in the cinnamon and nutmeg. Serve at room temperature or refrigerate and serve cold.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

179 Calories
0g Fat
47g Carbs
1g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 10
Calories 179
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0g 1%
Saturated Fat 0g 1%
Sodium 3mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 47g 17%
Dietary Fiber 6g 20%
Total Sugars 39g
Protein 1g 1%
Vitamin C 13mg 15%
Calcium 17mg 1%
Iron 0mg 2%
Potassium 252mg 5%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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