#3135 - Crockpot Applesauce

(by Shirley McNevich)

8 apples (washed, peeled, cored and diced)
1 1/2 cups water
1/2 cup white sugar
1 tsp. cinnamon

In a crockpot add the diced apples, water, white sugar and cinnamon--stir well. (Optional--if you don't have a crockpot, you can cook them on the stovetop over medium heat for 20 minutes or until apples are tender). Turn crockpot on medium and cook for 3-4 hours or until apples are soft. Pour mixture into a metal bowl and use a potato masher to break up any leftover apple pieces. Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate until cold. Note: the type of apple you use will make a huge difference in the taste. Gala, McIntosh, Red Delicious and Fuji apples work very well for this recipe.