| 8 | C | Granny Smith apples, pared, cored and chopped |
| 1/2 to 2/3 | C | Sugar |
| 1 | tsp | Lemon juice |
| 1/4 | tsp | Ground cinnamon |
| 1/2 | C | Apple juice |
Combine all ingredients in saucepan; bring to boil. Cover, reduce heat and simmer 20 to 25 minutes. Stir occasionally.
Makes 4 cups.
Variation:
Orange applesauce: Substitute 1/2 C orange juice and 1 tsp grated lime peel in place of lemon juice, cinnamon and apple juice.
Cran-Apple Sauce: Add 1/2 C fresh cranberries to recipe and increase sugar by 1/2 cup.
Brandied Applesauce: Add 1/2 C each, golden raisins and chopped toasted hazelnuts; substitute 1/2 C brandy for apple juice.
Tip: For an elegant applesauce, add 1/2 C almond liqueur to warm applesauce; mix well.