Apple Butter

Scripps Howard News Service/Amy Condon, Cottonwood Farms
Published: Monday, Sept. 25, 2006 1:50 p.m. MDT

Dips, Spreads & Sauces > Butter > Apple Butter

Ingredients

7 cups homemade applesauce (see note)
5 cups brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon cloves
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 cup apple cider


Directions

Mix all ingredients until smooth. Bake at 200 to 250 degrees until mixture is thick, clean and smooth, several hours. Freeze or refrigerate for up to two weeks.

Note: To make homemade applesauce, peel and core the apples. Add a small amount of water to pan. Cook over medium to low heat, stirring often and adding more water, as necessary. Puree with a hand mixer or in a blender.