Name: Three-Apple Applesauce
Yield: Makes about 3 1/2 cups
Ingredients: 2 medium Golden Delicious apples (about 14 ounces); 2 medium Granny Smith apples (about 14 ounces); 2 medium Fuji apples (about 14 ounces); 1/4 cup water; 1 tablespoon sugar

This recipe originally accompanied Potato Pancakes with Zucchini and Sage. It takes very little sugar to enhance the natural sweetness of fresh apples. Each variety contributes to the flavor of the sauce.

Recipe information

Yield
Makes about 3 1/2 cups

Ingredients

2 medium Golden Delicious apples (about 14 ounces)

2 medium Granny Smith apples (about 14 ounces)

2 medium Fuji apples (about 14 ounces)

1/4 cup water

1 tablespoon sugar

Preparation

Peel, core and thinly slice all apples. Place apples in large microwave-safe bowl. Add 1/4 cup water to bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and microwave on high 10 minutes. Stir apples. Continue to microwave, uncovered, until apples are very tender, about 5 minutes longer. Using large fork, coarsely mash apples. Mix in 1 tablespoon sugar. (Applesauce can be prepared 2 days ahead. Cover and refrigerate.)

TagsSauce Condiment Apple Fruit Side Snack Nut Free Gluten Free Dairy Free Vegan Vegetarian Easy Make Ahead Meal Prep 30 Minutes or Less Quick Microwave Winter Bon Appétit

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