GINGER APPLESAUCE

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When it's apple-picking time, it's also time for all the delightful treats you can make with them, including applesauce. This is my favorite way to prepare it. It's simple to do and it makes the whole house smell like fall. -Renee Pajestka, Brunswick, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 4h25m

Yield about 5 cups (8 servings).

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

4 pounds apples (about 12 medium), peeled and cubed
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Steps:

In a 4-qt. slow cooker, combine all ingredients. Cook, covered, on low until apples are tender, 4-5 hours. Mash if desired. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 128 calories, Fat 1g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 2mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (27g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 0 protein.