Make this recipe a recipe that people in that category can eat. categories: ['low_calorie'], recipe: the thicker skinned, late summer and fall apples produce a grainier texture that's best for applesauce. stir applesauce, sugars, and cider together and cook in a slow oven (325 deg f.) for 3 hours, stirring occasionally. add spices. return to oven and cook 1 hour more. apple butter requires long, slow cooking. (can also be made in a crockpot.)

Target recipe: pare and quarter apples. cook until very tender with a little water in a cover pot. (i use a dutch oven). puree cooked apples. measure 30 cups into roaster pan. while still warm stir in rest of ingredients. mix well. bake at 325 degrees f for 3.5 to 5 hours. baking time depends on type of apple used and how fast the sauce thickens. apple butter has a tendency to cook faster around the edges of the pan so stir often. when apple butter is medium thickness, pour into hot sterilized glass jars. seal immediately.