adapted from the Good Housekeeping Cookbook 1973
2 pounds cooking apples, peeled, cored and sliced
1/4 t. cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
1 t. lemon juice
1/2 cup sugar
Heat 1/2 cup water to boiling. Add all ingredients, except sugar, and return to boiling. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer 8 to 10 minutes or until apples are tender. Simmer 12 to 15 minutes for a smoother applesauce. Stir in sugar during the last few minutes of cooking. Makes 4 cups.
Abbreviations:
| T. = Tablespoon | t. = Teaspoon | C. = Cup |