Apple Butter(Microwave Oven) - cooking recipe

Ingredients

9 medium quartered apples, peeled and cored
1 c. apple cider
1 c. sugar
2 tsp. cinnamon
1 tsp. pumpkin pie spice
1/2 tsp. ground cloves

Preparation

In 2-quart glass casserole combine apples and cider.
Microwave (High), covered, 8 to 10 minutes, stirring every 3 minutes until apples are soft.
Transfer to food mill or blender for smoothing, to even texture.
Return to casserole; combine with sugar, cinnamon, pie spice and cloves.
Microwave (High) 12 to 15 minutes, stirring every 3 minutes until mixture thickens.
Store in freezer or refrigerator in sterilized jars.
Makes about 1 quart.