Make this recipe a recipe that people in that category can eat. categories: ['low_calorie'], recipe: clean, dry, and remove stems from apples. insert popsicle sticks into stem-end of each apple. in a medium heavy saucepan, add remaining ingredients, except food coloring, and insert candy thermometer. cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until mixture dissolves. do not boil. add food coloring, then boil without stirring until thermometer reaches 300* or a drop of syrup turns brittle in cold water. remove from heat. working quickly, dip apples in syrup to coat evenly, and twirl around so excess will drain off. cool on wax paper.

Target recipe: sauté apples in butter for 6-8 minutes in non-stick skillet. boil wine, sugar, cinnamon stick, and lemon juice for 5 minutes. pour over apples. cook, uncovered, until apples are tender. pour into serving dish. serve warm or cold. note: for a simple supper serve with browned sausage patties or links. for an elegant touch serve with a pork roast.