Vegetarian Ginger & Cinnamon Spiced Applesauce

Warm, fragrant, and deeply comforting, this spiced applesauce is the kind of thing you'll want to keep a jar of in the fridge at all times. Six medium apples get simmered down with a splash of water and lemon juice until they're completely tender and collapsing into themselves — the kitchen smells absolutely incredible by the time they're done. What sets this version apart is the spice blend: Ceylon cinnamon brings a softer, more floral heat than the standard variety, fresh grated ginger adds a bright, zippy kick, and a touch of turmeric gives the whole thing a subtle warmth and gorgeous golden hue. You control the texture, too — mash it chunky for something rustic and hearty, or blend it silky smooth if that's your style. A drizzle of honey at the end is entirely optional, which makes it easy to dial in exactly the level of sweetness you want. It works beautifully as a snack, a side dish, a topping for oatmeal or yogurt, or honestly just eaten straight from the spoon. Homemade never tasted this good with so little effort.

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