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: place apple slices in a 3 1/2 or 4-quart slow cooker. stir in sugar, water, vinegar and spices. cover; cook on high heat setting for 5 to 6 hours. stir. cool mixture at least 1 hour or cover and chill overnight. ladle apple butter into half-pint storage or freezer containers, leaving a 1/2-inch head space. seal and label. store 3 weeks in refrigerator or for 1 year in freezer.