Now that its fall that means apple picking time! When I go apple picking we always end up with so many apple. My go to is to make applesauce. Premade apple sauce is just to sweet for my liking and making your own you can control what you put in it. Some times I will make a double batch of baked apples Recipe see here and I will make applesauce starting with the second half of this recipe.

Homemade Applesauce

Homemade Applesauce Ingredients:

• 4 apples peeled and chopped into 1/2 inch pieces
• 3/4 cup water
• 1/2 tsp lemon juice
• pinch salt
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1 tsp agave nectar (optional)

Directions for Homemade Applesauce:

• Add apples, water, lemon juice, salt and cinnamon to a medium pot and over medium heat and bring to a boil.
• Boil for about 15-20 minutes until the apples are soft and easily pierced with a fork.
• Blend with a hand blender for smooth apple sauce or a potato masher for chunky sauce, adding agave nectar if the apples are to tart.
• Serve immediately if you want it warm, or refrigerate and serve cold.