STRAWBERRY-RHUBARB APPLESAUCE

Strawberry-Rhubarb Applesauce image

The slightly sweet, slightly tart flavors of fresh rhubarb, strawberries-and a hint of citrus-shine through in every bite of this springtime spin on traditional applesauce.-Samantha Shupe, Ogden, Utah

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 40m

Yield 4 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

4 large Golden Delicious apples, peeled and cut into chunks
2 tablespoons water
2 cups sliced fresh or frozen rhubarb
1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
2/3 cup orange juice
1/2 cup sugar
4 teaspoons grated orange zest

Steps:

Combine apples and water in a large saucepan. Cook over medium heat for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in the rhubarb, strawberries, orange juice, sugar and orange zest., Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 12-16 minutes or until desired consistency.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein.