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Savory Applesauce

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Active time: 15 min Start to finish: 30 min

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes about 2 cups

Ingredients

2 lb Granny Smith apples (4), peeled, cored, and chopped
1/2 cup water
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
4 garlic cloves, quartered
1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh marjoram or thyme

Preparation

  1. Simmer all ingredients in a 3-quart heavy saucepan, covered, stirring occasionally, until apples fall apart and garlic is tender, about 15 minutes. Mash garlic into applesauce. Season with salt and pepper.

TagsSauceAppleFruitGarlicRoot VegetableVegetableSideDinnerGluten FreeNut FreeVegetarianQuickEasy30 Minutes or Less5 Ingredients or FewerSimmerGourmet
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