
Warm, fragrant, and made entirely from scratch, this homemade applesauce is the kind of simple kitchen project that delivers way more than the effort it requires. A blend of tart Granny Smith and sweet Honeycrisp apples gives the sauce a beautifully balanced flavor ā bright from the lemon juice, gently spiced with cinnamon, and just sweet enough without being cloying. Everything comes together in a single saucepan, and the whole process is naturally free of wheat or grain-based ingredients, so there's nothing to swap or substitute here. You control the texture too, which is one of the best parts ā a few passes with a potato masher keeps it rustic and chunky, while a little more effort gives you something silky and smooth. It's endlessly versatile: spoon it warm over pork chops, stir it into oatmeal, or eat it straight from the jar with a spoon. Store-bought versions often sneak in additives or thickeners you don't need, and making your own means you know exactly what's in it.
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Combine the apple chunks, water, lemon juice, sugar, cinnamon, and salt in a large saucepan. Stir to coat the apples evenly.
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low, cover, and cook for 18ā22 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are completely tender and collapse easily when pressed with a spoon.
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