things to do with apples...

So i'm trying to use up the apples from apple-picking. I haven't been eating them up as much as I thought because they're still a bit tart. I might try an apple crumble dessert, or if I can get cranberries I'll make my cranberry/apple sauce. In the meantime, I made plain old applesauce, which was a LOT easier than i expected.

1. Quarter and de-core 8 apples, put in large pot
2. Add a glug of orange juice and a little bit of water, just to cover the bottom of the large pot
3. Sprinkle raw sugar and cinnamon to taste
4. I added a tsp or so of vanilla, only because I just got it fresh from the Dominican Republic. Maybe some ginger?
   
5. Bring to boil, then simmer until liquid is soaked up (~30 mins total). Stir occasionally.

Voila! Applesauce! 8 apples gave me enough for a big dinner party or enough for me alone for a week or 2. I kept the skins on for more color and texture. It's so perfect for the summer/fall change.


Any other apple ideas?

listening to: Feist - One Evening