Make this recipe a recipe that people in that category can eat. categories: ['low_calorie'], recipe: wash and dry apples; remove stems. insert wooden sticks into stem end of each apple; set aside. combine next 4 ingredients in a heavy saucepan; mix well. cook over medium heat until mixture reaches 295 degrees (candy thermometer), stirring occasionally. remove from heat; stir in food coloring. quickly dip apples into mixture; allow excess to drip off. place apples on a buttered baking sheet to cool.

Target recipe: mix butter, sugar and cornstarch. stir while pouring boiling water over it. bring mixture to a boil and thicken. cool. then add vanilla, vinegar and salt. pour over chopped apples (we like to use spartans). you can add a handful of nuts or raisins or both, if you like.