Perfect Easy Microwave Applesauce

Ingredients

• 4 golden delicious apples
• 4 granny smith apples
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
• 1 pinch nutmeg (optional or to taste)
• 1/4 cup water or apple juice
• 3-6 tablespoons sugar (or to taste add in more if you prefer sweeter, can use brown sugar if desired)

Directions

1. 1

   Peel, core and slice the apples.

2. 2

   Place apples in a large microwave-safe bowl.

3. 3

   Add in 1/4 cup water, cinnamon (start with 1/2 teaspoon) and nutmeg, if using; stir to combine.

4. 4

   Cover with heavy microwave-safe plastic wrap (leave a little side opened to allow steam to escape).

5. 5

   Microwave on HIGH power for 10 minutes.

6. 6

   Remove the bowl and stir the apples, then contine to microwave uncovered until apples are very tender (about 5-6 minutes longer).

7. 7

   Using a large fork (I use a potato masher for this) coarsley mash apples to desired texture.

8. 8

   Add in sugar to taste while the apples are still hot; mix well to combine.

9. 9

   Bring to room temperature and then refrigerate for up to two days, or freeze in plastic freezer containers.