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Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 30 minutes
Total time: 40 minutes
Number of Servings: 12
Ingredients
- 3 1/2 pounds apples, peeled, cored, and roughly chopped (8 to 9 medium apples)
- 1 cup water
- 1 1/2 cups cranberries (fresh or frozen)
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
- 2 Tablespoons lemon juice (optional)
Directions
- Wash hands with soap and water.
- In a large saucepan, combine all ingredients. Bring to a boil, then lower heat to simmer. Cover and cook 20 to 30 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly. Use a potato masher or fork to mash mixture to the consistency you want. Serve warm or cold.
- Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.
Notes:
- When frozen or fresh cranberries are not available, substitute canned cranberry sauce for the cranberries and brown sugar. Add 1 can (14 ounces) of cranberry sauce to the saucepan after the mixture has been simmering for about 15 minutes.
- For a smooth texture, puree in batches in a regular blender, using the manufacturer's directions for pureeing hot liquids.
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