Shellfish Free Ginger & Cinnamon Spiced Applesauce
Warm, fragrant, and deeply comforting, this spiced applesauce is the kind of thing that makes your whole kitchen smell incredible while it simmers. Fresh ginger and Ceylon cinnamon bring a gentle heat and complexity that goes way beyond the standard jarred stuff, while a pinch of turmeric adds a subtle earthiness and a gorgeous golden hue. The ingredient list is entirely plant-based and straightforward — just apples, spices, lemon juice, and a little water — so there's absolutely nothing to second-guess when it comes to hidden seafood derivatives or cross-contact concerns. You control the texture too, whether you prefer it rustic and chunky straight from the masher or silky smooth with an immersion blender. A drizzle of honey at the end is optional, letting the natural sweetness of the apples shine through if you'd rather keep it unadorned. It's equally at home spooned over oatmeal, served alongside a pork chop, or eaten straight from the pot with a spoon — no judgment here.
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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 lemon juice
- 1 tsp ground ceylon cinnamon
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tbsp honey (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the apple chunks, water, and lemon juice in a large saucepan over medium heat. Stir to coat the apples, then cover and cook, stirring occasionally, until the apples are completely tender and beginning to collapse, about 15–18 minutes.
- 2
Remove the pan from the heat. Add the Ceylon cinnamon, ginger, and turmeric, then stir to combine.
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