Name: Savory Applesauce
Yield: Makes about 2 cups
Ingredients: 2 lb Granny Smith apples (4), peeled, cored, and chopped; 1/2 cup water; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 2 tablespoons sugar; 1 tablespoon cider vinegar; 4 garlic cloves, quartered; 1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh marjoram or thyme

Active time: 15 min Start to finish: 30 min

Recipe information

Yield
Makes about 2 cups

Ingredients

2 lb Granny Smith apples (4), peeled, cored, and chopped

1/2 cup water

2 tablespoons unsalted butter

2 tablespoons sugar

1 tablespoon cider vinegar

4 garlic cloves, quartered

1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh marjoram or thyme

Preparation

Simmer all ingredients in a 3-quart heavy saucepan, covered, stirring occasionally, until apples fall apart and garlic is tender, about 15 minutes. Mash garlic into applesauce. Season with salt and pepper.

TagsSauce Apple Fruit Garlic Root Vegetable Vegetable Side Dinner Gluten Free Nut Free Vegetarian Quick Easy 30 Minutes or Less 5 Ingredients or Fewer Simmer Gourmet

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