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Microwave Applesauce
For all of you who would like to make your own applesauce, but without having to do much work, this recipe is for you.
Ingredients
- apples, peeled, cored, and diced5
- apple jelly1 1/2 cup
- Grade B Amber maple syrup, Grade B Amber; Grade A Dark Amber also acceptable1/4 cup
- orange juice, freshly squeezed1/4 cup
- cinnamon stick1
Quantities are auto-calculated from the original recipe as a guide. Items without numbers (e.g. “to taste”) are not changed.
Method 4 steps
Combine all ingredients in a microwave-safe container.
Cover container, leaving 1 corner open, and microwave on high 7–8 minutes or until apples are easy to mash.
Remove cinnamon stick and discard.
For a chunky sauce, mash the apples with a potato masher. For a slightly smoother sauce, use a hand mixer. For a smooth pureé, use an immersion blender.
Region evidence: no stated origin (basic dish)