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Rustic Spiced Apple Sauce

Fit for a family favorite treat. With a sprinkle of nutmeg, this luscious sauce achieves the perfect balance of sweetness and spice, making it the ultimate companion to your favorite dishes. Tender apple slices basking in a fragrant concoction of cinnamon, cardamom, and ginger, creates the dance on your taste buds dream of.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Course Dessert, Side, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 10 people
Calories 80 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 large saucepan
  • 1 shallow dish
  • 1 Food Processor

Ingredients
  

  • 3 pounds Pink Lady Apples or Honeycrisp or Granny Smith
  • 1 cup Water
  • 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon
  • ¼ tsp Ground Cardamom
  • Ginger 1-inch knob of raw and finely chopped
  • 2 tsp Agave
  • 2 tsp Apple Cider Vinegar
  • ¼ tsp Salt
  • 4 grates Nutmeg

Instructions
 

  • Core and Slice Apples: Core the apples and discard the cores. Slice the apples into roughly 1-inch wide pieces.
    3 pounds Pink Lady Apples
  • Simmer the Apples: Place the sliced apples in a large saucepan with water, cinnamon, cardamom, ginger, agave, apple cider vinegar, and salt. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then cover and continue to simmer on low heat until the apples are soft (about 40 minutes).
    1 cup Water, 1 tsp Ground Cinnamon, ¼ tsp Ground Cardamom, Ginger, 2 tsp Agave, 2 tsp Apple Cider Vinegar, ¼ tsp Salt
  • Cool and Add Nutmeg: Allow the apples to cool for about 10 minutes. Add the grated nutmeg to the mixture.
    4 grates Nutmeg
  • Blend to Desired Consistency: Transfer the mixture to a food processor and pulse until you reach your desired consistency. For a more rustic, chunky texture, pulse gently.
  • Serve or Store: Let the applesauce cool to room temperature before serving. Alternatively, store the applesauce in the refrigerator, covered, for up to 3 days.

Notes

  • Apple Varieties: Pink Lady apples provide a balanced sweetness and tartness, but if you want a more tart sauce, Granny Smith is a great option.
  • Spice Customization: Feel free to adjust the amount of cinnamon, cardamom, and nutmeg based on personal taste.
  • Texture Preference: For a smoother applesauce, blend the mixture longer, or for a chunkier texture, pulse only a few times.
  • Serving Suggestion: This apple sauce pairs wonderfully with roasted meats, like pork or poultry, or as a topping for oatmeal, pancakes, or yogurt.

Nutrition

Calories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 0.5gFat: 0.4gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.02gCholesterol: 0.2mgSodium: 11mgPotassium: 151mgFiber: 3gSugar: 16gVitamin A: 75IUVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 12mgIron: 0.2mg
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