Cinnamon Applesauce

Although this is technically filed under baby food, you'll probably be sneaking some for yourself too! This is another of Lola's favorites. The best part is that it's made in the crock-pot. But there are three different ways to make it, so if you don't have a crock-pot don't worry (but you should probably run out and get one - they're awesome!).

Applesauce
3-4 Granny Smith apples
3-4 Golden Delicious apples
2 Tbsp brown sugar
1 Tbsp ground cinnamon
2 Tbsp butter
1/4 Cup water

• Peel and core the apples, then dice into 1/2" pieces.
• Toss the apples into the crock-pot, along with the brown sugar, cinnamon, butter, and water.
• Cook on low for 2 hours until the apples are very soft and fall apart when you stir it with a spoon.
• You can also bake this, covered, at 325° F for 2 hours or simmer on the stovetop, covered, over low also for 2 hours.
• Once cooked, allow the apples to cool.
• If you want your applesauce to be smooth, you can transfer to a food processor and puree it. I like mine chunky so I mash it with a potato masher.

On a side note, when Lola was younger, I would omit the brown sugar and butter. It was still plenty sweet.

Also, because this is homemade it doesn't have a very long shelf life. I like to freeze portion sizes for Lola.