Cinnamon Applesauce (Easy Microwave Recipe)

This is really easy and delicious applesauce. I left out the sugar completely and thought it was sweet enough. The recipe says that if you prefer a sweeter applesauce, choose red apples, such as Fuji or Gala, instead of adding more sugar. This recipe comes from the Everyday Food Magazine.

• Ready In: 20 mins
• Serves: 5-6
• Yields: 1 3/4 cups

Ingredients

• 4  granny smith apples, peeled, cored and cut into 1/2 inch chunks
• 1⁄4 cup sugar (to taste) (optional)
• 1  tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1⁄4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1  pinch coarse salt

Directions

1. In a 2 quart microwave- safe dish with a lid, combine apples, sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
2. Cover, and microwave on high until very tender, 10- 15 minutes, stirring halfway through. Mash apples with the back of a spoon.
3. Serve warm; or cover, refrigerate at least 1 hour, and serve chilled. Store, covered, in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.