Plum Applesauce

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   Quarter the apples and plums, but leave their skins on; core the apples and remove the plum pits.

2. 2

   Place the fruit in a 6-to-10-cup rice cooker.

3. 3

   Add the apple juice, sugar, cinnamon sticks and butter.

4. 4

   Cover and cook on the porridge cycle, or program for 50 minutes.

5. 5

   Discard the cinnamon sticks.

6. 6

   Stir and mash the fruit with a potato masher to make a chunky sauce.

7. 7

   Serve warm or at room temperature.

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   Photograph by Kana Okado

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