Lunchbox Ideas: Apple Sauce

Looking for a healthy and delicious snack to munch on during the day? Look no further than homemade apple sauce! Not only is it a delicious and healthy option, it's also incredibly easy to make. All you need is some fresh apples, a few basic ingredients, and a blender. Here's what you'll need: - 6 apples (any variety will do, but I recommend using a mix of sweet and tart apples for the best flavor) - 1/4 cup water - 1 tablespoon lemon juice - 2 tablespoons honey (optional) Instructions: 1. Wash and peel your apples. Remove the cores and slice the apples into small chunks. 2. In a large saucepan, combine the apple chunks, water, lemon juice, and honey (if using). Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low and cover the pot. 3. Simmer the apples for 20-30 minutes, or until they are soft and mushy. You should be able to easily mash them with a fork. 4. Remove the pot from the heat and let it cool slightly. Once the mixture has cooled down, transfer it to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth. 5. If you like your apple sauce chunky, you can skip this step and simply mash the mixture with a fork. However, blending the mixture will give you a smoother consistency. 6. Once you've blended the apple sauce to your desired consistency, taste it and adjust the seasoning as needed. Add more honey if you like it sweeter, or more lemon juice if you like it more tart. 7. Store your apple sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

  This recipe yields about 2 cups of apple sauce. Feel free to double or triple the recipe if you want to make a larger batch. You can also add spices like cinnamon or nutmeg for an extra flavor boost. So there you have it – a quick and easy recipe for homemade apple sauce! This healthy snack is perfect for dipping sliced fruit or veggies, or for enjoying on its own as a sweet treat. Give it a try and let me know what you think!