Cindys Sugar Free Homemade Applesauce Recipes

QUICK HOMEMADE APPLESAUCE - NO SUGAR ADDED

Steps:

• Peel and core apples (I prefer to leave the skin on a few of them because I like the taste and texture). Cut apples into approximately 1 inch cubes.
• Add all ingredients to pot, and turn heat on high. Bring to a boil, then cover and reduce heat to low. Simmer for 20 minutes or until the apples have softened significantly.
• Stir frequently, making sure that the apples are not sticking to the bottom of the pot. Add more water if necessary. Remove lemon slices.
• Mash with a potato masher or use a food mill for a smoother consistency. Serve warm or at room temperature.

CINDY'S SUGAR FREE HOMEMADE APPLESAUCE

Steps:

• Put diced apples into a saucepan. Add water. Simmer, covered until cooked down, mash up any chunks left.
• Take off heat and add sugar or Splenda and cinnamon; mix. Serve warm or refrigerate.

HOMEMADE APPLESAUCE

Steps:

• Place the apples and the water in the pot, cover, and bring to a boil.
• Reduce to medium heat and cook covered for 15 to 20 minutes or until the apples are very so.
• Cool for 5 minutes and puree to a desired consistency with the blender.
• Transfer to the mason jars and refrigerate.
• Keeps in the refrigerator for up to a week and in the freezer up to 3 months.

HOMEMADE APPLE SAUCE

Steps:

• Prep apples and if making a lot, squeeze a little lemon juice to prevent from browning. In a saucepan over medium heat, pour the apple juice and bring to a gentle boil. Add apples, reduce heat to medium-low and cook for 20 minutes or until apples are soft, stir often. Last 5 minutes of cooking, cover with a lid.
• Remove from heat and mash mixture using either a fork, potato masher, immersion blender or food processor, until desired consistency is reached . Taste sauce and if needed, add sugar to taste - can also add a little ground cinnamon, freshly grated lemon or orange zest, a splash of lemon juice or Calvados, a pinch of ginger, cloves nutmeg or a little butter. I am a purist....
• Store covered in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or in the freezer for about a month. Pour into sterilized jars, then 15 minutes in hot water bath for pint-sized jars or 20 minutes for larger jars. Makes approximately 2 cups.