Apple Butter

1. 1

   Cut apples in quarters (skins, stems and seeds can stay on).

2. 2

   Place in medium saucepan and add water to cover apples completely.

3. 3

   Add cloves and apple cider vinegar.

4. 4

   Bring to boil over high heat, then reduce to a simmer. Cook apples until soft, 15-20 minutes.

5. 5

   Drain water from pan. Transfer to a medium strainer or food mill. Push through strainer or mill, back into saucepan. You should have the consistency of applesauce. Discard stems, skins, seeds and cloves.

6. 6

   Add brown sugar and cook over low heat, stirring occasionally for 2 hours to reduce consistency.

7. 7

   Add room-temperature butter and stir until butter is melted.

8. 8

   Pour into separate container and chill before serving.

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