MARTHA'S PINK APPLESAUCE

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We like to use a combination of McIntosh apples and deep-red varieties, such as Empire or Cortland. The former bring classic flavor and the latter a beautiful color.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Seasonal Recipes     Fall Recipes     Apple Recipes

Time 1h

Yield Makes about 6 1/2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 3

4 pounds McIntosh apples, quartered and cored
2 pounds red apples, such as Empire or Cortland, quartered and cored
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Combine apples, lemon juice, and 1 1/2 cups water in a large pot. Cover and bring to a boil over high heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce heat to medium, partially cover, and cook, stirring occasionally, until apples are completely soft, about 40 minutes.
  • Pass apples through a medium-mesh sieve or a food mill fitted with the fine disk to remove skins. Applesauce can be stored in refrigerator up to 1 week, or in freezer up to 3 months. To can applesauce, follow these instructions.

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