Orchard Applesauce

• 8 assorted apples
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 cup apple cider
• 12 cup sugar
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 2 tablespoons apple brandy (optional) or 2 tablespoons pear brandy (optional)

1. Peel and core apples; cut into big chunks.
2. Place in a medium saucepan and toss with lemon juice.
3. Add cider, sugar, and cinnamon; bring to a boil.
4. Reduce to a simmer and cook until tender, about 15 minutes.
5. Let cool 20 minutes.
6. Discard cinnamon.
7. Mash to the consistency you prefer.
8. Stir in brandy.
9. Cool to room temperature; then cover and refrigerate.

apples, lemon juice, apple cider, sugar, cinnamon, apple brandy

Taken from www.food.com/recipe/orchard-applesauce-388827 (may not work)