Homemade Applesauce
Ingredients
- 6 lbs apples, peeled, cored, and sliced into eighths
- 1 cup apple juice or apple cider
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon (adjust to taste)
- Optional: Nutmeg, maple syrup, allspice, butter, to taste
Directions
- Combine Ingredients:
- Place all ingredients in a large pot over medium heat. Stir occasionally and cover, allowing the mixture to cook for about 25 minutes, until the apples are tender.
- Puree the Apples:
- For smooth applesauce, carefully transfer the mixture to a blender or food processor in batches (do not overfill while hot). Blend until you reach your desired consistency.
- For a chunkier texture, use a potato masher to break down the apples by hand.
- Store and Serve:
- Transfer the applesauce to jars or containers and store in the fridge.
- Serve warm or chilled, as a standalone treat, or pair with pork chops, pancakes, or vanilla ice cream.
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Kelly Orchard, Acton, ME Kelly Orchards, a family-run orchard in Acton, Maine, has specialized in high-quality, locally-grown fruit since 1982. They offer a range of apples, peaches, plums, pears, blueberries, pumpkins, and fall squash, all grown using Integrated Pest Management to ensure freshness while protecting the environment. Known for their commitment to community, Kelly Orchards sells at local farmers’ markets and farm stands in York and Cumberland counties. With a focus on quality, Kelly Orchards harvests at peak ripeness to deliver the best taste possible, handling each crop with care. Their mission is to provide Maine with the best local fruit, grown responsibly and sustainably. |