Chunky Cinnamon-Ginger & Brown Sugar Applesauce - cooking recipe

Ingredients

5 medium apples, Northern Spy (or another tart variety like Granny Smith, Macintosh, Cortland, etc.)
1/2 cup water
1 teaspoon lemon juice
2 tablespoons brown sugar (heaping tablespoons)
3/4 - 1 teaspoon cinnamon, ground
1/2 teaspoon ginger, ground

Preparation

Peel and core apples and chop into 1-inch pieces.
Into a medium saucepan over medium heat, place apples, water and lemon juice. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Once the apples are soft, mash until reaching your preferred chunky consistency. Then stir in brown sugar, cinnamon and ginger until thoroughly incorporated.
Cool for 10-15 minutes or per your preference. Serve and enjoy!