Shellfish Free Ginger Cinnamon Applesauce
Warm, spiced, and deeply comforting, this homemade applesauce is the kind of thing that makes your whole kitchen smell incredible. Fresh ginger and ground cinnamon give it a gentle heat and warmth that store-bought versions simply can't match, while a touch of maple syrup adds just enough sweetness without going overboard. Six pounds of real apples, a splash of water, and a handful of pantry staples are all it takes — no mystery additives, no labels to scrutinize. You control the texture too, whether you prefer it rustic and chunky from a potato masher or silky smooth from an immersion blender. It's equally at home spooned over oatmeal, served alongside a pork chop, or eaten straight from the bowl with a spoon. Since every single ingredient here is naturally free from seafood and shellfish concerns, this is one recipe where you can cook with total confidence and zero second-guessing.
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6 servings
- 3 lbs apples (about 6 medium), peeled, cored, and cut into 1-inch chunks
- ⅓ cup water
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, peeled and finely grated
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- 1
Combine the apple chunks, water, grated ginger, ground cinnamon, maple syrup, and salt in a large saucepan. Stir to coat the apples evenly.
- 2
Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until the apples are completely tender and collapse easily when pressed with a spoon, about 20–25 minutes.
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