Spiced Apple Butter - cooking recipe

Ingredients

5 lb. tart cooking apples
3 c. apple cider
2 1/2 c. sugar
1 1/2 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. cloves

Preparation

Pare, core and quarter apples.
In large kettle, combine apples and cider.
Bring to boil over high heat.
Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 20 to 25 minutes.
Puree apples through food processor.
Add sugar and spices.
Mix well.
Pour into 13 x 9 x 2-inch baking dish.
Bake at 300\u00b0 for 2 hours or until thickened when spooned.
Pour into 1/2-pint jars.
Put in hot water bath. Half cover jars.
Boil 10 minutes.
Makes 7 half pints.