Chunky Applesauce

Posted on 03/25/2009 03:39 pm by Laurel

2 quart cored, peeled, and quartered apples (Gala, Macintosh, Rome, Cortland are all good and the flavor often improves if you use several kinds together)

1/4-1/2 c. honey

2 tsp. cinnamon

1/4 tsp. nutmeg

dash of salt

1 tsp. lemon juice

Place apples in a large Dutch oven (heavy saucepan) and drizzle 1/4 c. honey over.  Cook on low heat, stirring frequently,  about 15 min. or  till tender.  (Apples will release their juices as they cook, so there is no need to add water at start.)   Mash with fork or potato masher until desired consistency.  Some lumps will remain, which is just fine.  Season with remaining ingredients, adding more honey depending on sweetness of apples.  Serve warm.  Makes 4 cups.