CHRISTMAS APPLE BUTTER

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I would make apple butter for my sons to give to their teachers at Christmas when they grew up I continued to make and give it to friends and neighbors.

Provided by sandra parker @spicy7

Categories     Fruit Sauces

Number Of Ingredients 9

5 pound(s) apples
2/3 cup(s) apple cider vinegar
1/2 cup(s) un-sweet apple juice 100%
1/2 cup(s) water
31/2 cup(s) sugar
2 teaspoon(s) ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon(s) ground cloves
1/8 teaspoon(s) ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon(s) salt

Steps:

  • Chop apples leave skin on. Place in a large, deep pot.
  • Pour liquids on . Bring to boil cook until soft about 20, 25 MINUTES.
  • Run through a food mill .
  • Add sugar + salt, stir until dissolved then add spices.
  • Pour into 5 quart slow cooker . Cook uncovered on high about 1 hour or until desired thickness.
  • Sterilize jars and lids . Pour apple butter in pint jars leave 1/4 head space. PUT IN WATER BATH 10 MINUTES TO SEAL REMOVE AND LET COOL . MAKES 4 PINTS

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