{Cinnamon-ginger applesauce}

1 pound each – Granny Smith, Rome, and Gala (or McIntosh) apples
  
1 cup apple juice or cider (unsweetened)

1 Tablespoon lemon juice

2 strips lemon zest

3 Tablespoons “red hots” (cinnamon candies)

1 ¼ teaspoon ground ginger

• Peel, halve, and core apples. Cut into small chunks. Place in a large pot with apple cider, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Bring to a boil; reduce heat to low and simmer, partially covered for 25 minutes or until apples are tender. (soft)
• Stir in remaining ingredients. Continue to cook, stirring until the red hot candies dissolve. (3-4 minutes) Discard the zest, and crush apple mixture with a potato masher. Mash according to your taste – chunky or smooth.

This easy accompaniment to any holiday meal can be served hot or cold.

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