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Spiced Apple Butter

Ingredients

1 1/2 lb. coarsely chopped apples
1 1/4 c. hard cider
Light brown sugar
1/4 tsp. ground cloves
1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon
1/8 tsp. ground nutmeg

Directions

In large saucepan cook apples, water and cider over low heat until apples are very soft. In food processor/blender, process apples and liquid to a puree. Measure 1 1/3 cups sugar for each 2 cups puree. In large saucepan, cook puree over low heat 30-40 minutes until mixture resembles thick cream. Add spices and sugar. Stir until sugar dissolves. Simmer gently, stirring often, until liquid evaporates. Spoon into sterilized jars and process in hot water bath.