Fruits
Smooth Applesauce
Pure apple sauce canned plain or lightly sweetened.
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Ingredients
- 21 lb apples per 7-quart canner load
- Water as needed to prevent sticking
- Sugar to taste (optional)
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Instructions
- 01
Wash, peel if desired, core, and slice apples. Add ½ cup water and heat quickly until tender.
- 02
Press through a sieve or food mill for smooth sauce, or omit for chunky sauce. Add optional sugar and bring to a boil.
- 03
In a boiling-water canner, pack hot with ½-inch headspace. Process pints 15 minutes or quarts 20 minutes.
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NCHFP — Smooth Applesauce
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