Apple Butter

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   Peel and core the apples, then cut them into 1 inch chunks.

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   (Don't worry about making them perfectly sized).

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   Place the apples in a large, nonreactive saucepan and pour the cider over them.

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   Cover the pot and cook for about 30 minutes over low heat or until the apples are soft.

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   Cool the mixture until it is only warm to the touch.

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   Divide it into two batches and puree each in the bowl of a food processor or blender.

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   (At this point, you will have an unsweetened applesauce, which makes excellent baby food).

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   Pour all of the pureed fruit into a 13 x 9 x 2 inch baking dish, spread evenly.

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   Sprinkle with the apple pie spice, and stir well.

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    Bake in a preheated 300 degree oven for 2 to 3 hours or until your apple butter is deep brown and thick.

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    Stir the puree every 20 minutes.

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    Cool the apple butter and then scoop it into a clean jar with a sealable lid.

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    It will keep for up to 2 months in your refrigerator.

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    Spread it on toast, crackers, or sandwiches.

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