Cranberry Applesauce
This applesauce has the magic of cranberries mixed right in. Not only do they lend their crimson color, but a great tart burst that is will keep your taste buds dancing. This is a great snack, would be perfect stirred into a bowl of oatmeal or served as a side dish. Your Thanksgiving table is begging for this fabulous recipe instead of cranberry sauce from a jar. You will find it pairs well with pork and chicken as well.
Servings: 24 Servings (about 1/2 gallon)
Ingredients
- 3-4 pounds cooking apples peeled and sliced
- 12 oz cranberries
- 2 Tablespoons orange juice
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ cup light brown sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Place ingredients in a large heavy bottomed pot.
- Stir occasionally as it comes to a boil over medium heat.
- Reduce the heat to low and cover. Allow to simmer, covered for about 15 minutes or until the apples are soft enough to mash with a potato masher.
- Mash to your desired consistency or use an immersion blender for a smoother finished product.
- Taste and add a little more sugar or a few drops of honey if a sweeter sauce is desired.
- Serve warm or cold. Store in the refrigerator.
Notes
Just like regular applesauce, you want to store your cranberry applesauce in the refrigerator for up to to ten days. For longer storage, you can freeze it for several months.
Nutrition
Serving: 1Serving | Calories: 61kcal | Carbohydrates: 16g | Sodium: 8mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 12g
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