Tradition & Applesauce

For a solid six years now, my family has been going apple picking back in our hometown every Fall. The beautiful thing is that our group keeps growing and with that new memories are made each year.

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Since each of our families pick at least two large bags full, we have found that making applesauce makes the most sense. Plus, homemade applesauce is way better than the stuff you buy at the store! To make it really easy, you'll need this. Here's how I make mine:

12-14 whole apples (Jonathan and Macintosh recommended)
1 cup apple juice
Cook this in a large pot for 15-20 minutes, or until the apples have popped open and are tender.

In a separate {large and heat safe} bowl, add 1 cup of sugar and a dash of cinnamon.
I put the strainer over the bowl and then carefully pour the cooked apples and apple juice into the strainer. Begin mashing the apples until all that is left is the skins, seeds, and stems.

Allow to cool before placing in a container and store in the fridge or freezer.