Simple Applesauce for Canning
Canned applesauce is the perfect way to get the delicious fall taste of apples last year round! Made with apples straight from the trees, this applesauce is sure to please the whole crew!
Ingredients
- 8-10 lbs Apples (about 30) if small, use more
- 3 tbsp Lemon juice
- 1.5 cups Water
- 2 tsp Ground Cinnamon
Instructions
- Wash the apples.
- Peel and slice the apples. Cut into quarters
- Place in large saucepan and add water. Cook over medium heat until the apples are soft, stirring occasionally to prevent them from sticking to the sides.
- Once soft, remove from heat. Use a stick blender to smooth down apple chunks until no more remain. Add cinnamon if desired. and mix well.
- Ladle hot applesauce into hot, sterilized jars. Leave 1/2 inch headspace. Remove air bubbles and clean the rim of the jar. Put the lid on and tighten the band.
- Place in boiling water (180 degrees F). Make sure the water covers the jars. Put the lid on. Boil for 20 minutes. Turn off the heat and remove the lid. Let jars cool for 5 minutes, then remove from water.
- Let cool for 12 hours. Test the seals.