Fall is a great time to make applesauce! When you see just how easy it is to make homemade applesauce, you'll never settle for the store bought variety again. This applesauce keeps well refrigerated for up to 1 week (if there's any left) or it can be frozen for up to 6 months.

• 8-10 large flavorful apples such as Rome, McIntosh, Macoun or Granny Smith, quartered and cored
• 1-1/2 cups water or apple cider
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 3/4-1 cup white sugar
• fresh lemon juice

1. Peel the apples, core them and then cut into quarters.
2. Combine the apples in a large saucepan with the water or cider, sugar and lemon juice; place pan over low heat.
3. Cook, stirring occasionally until the apples are tender for 20-30 minutes. Mash up large pieces of apple in the pan with the back of a wooden spoon. Leave it chunky for best flavor.
4. Cool mixture slightly before eating. Refrigerate to enjoy at a later time.