Make this recipe a recipe that people in that category can eat. categories: ['low_calorie'], recipe: core apples (and/or peel-see message). cut into chunks the size you prefer. put water into saucepan with apples. dump red hot candies over top. about 10 minutes into cooking time, mix candies into softened apples. simmer until as soft or done as you like it.

Target recipe: core apples and cut into eighths. peel if desired; it's not necessary. place in large, heavy pot with the lemon slices, cinnamon sticks and water. cover and bring to a boil. reduce heat and simmer, stirring often. cook until apples are soft, 15 minutes or so. remove lemon and cinnamon; stir in sugar. put mixture into food processor and pulse until smooth. taste and add more sugar if you like. store in the refrigerator.