Made From Scratch Applesauce - cooking recipe

Ingredients
    3 lb. apples (like Galas or McIntosh)
    1 cinnamon stick or 1 tsp. ground cinnamon
    2-inch vanilla bean, halved lengthwise
    2 strips lemon zest
    1 1/2 Tbsp. fresh lemon juice or to taste
    1/2 c. sugar or fructose or to taste
    2 Tbsp. dry white wine
    2 1/2 c. water or as needed
Preparation
    Wash apples and cut in half; remove stems and cores, but leaves skins intact.
    Place in a large pot.
    Add cinnamon, vanilla, lemon zest, juice, sugar, wine and water.
    Bring to a boil.
    Reduce heat and simmer, covered, until apples are soft.
    Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
    Remove and discard cinnamon stick and vanilla bean.
    Puree apples and pan juices in a blender for a smoother sauce or process for a chunky texture.
    Makes eight servings.

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