Apple Butter

A family favorite to add to peanut butter sandwiches or on rolls is homemade apple butter. Yummy! That's what I'm making today! It is super simple and makes your house smell so good while it's cooking too!

What You Need:

2 doz medium apples (about 6 lbs)

2 qts sweet apple cider

3 cups sugar

1 1/2 tsp cinnamon

1/2 tsp cloves

How You Make It:

Core and slice apples. Cook apples in cider until tender. Press through sieve (or food processor). measure out 3 qts of apple pulp (you just made homemade applesauce too!). Cook uncovered in crock pot on low or over low heat on stove until it begins to thicken. Stir frequently to prevent sticking. Add sugar & spices. Cook slowly, stirring frequently until thick enough to round on spoon. Usually a couple hours on low heat. Pour while hot into hot jelly or quart size jars, leaving 1/4" head space. Process 10 minutes in a boiling water bath.