This recipe originally accompanied Potato-Parsnip Latkes with Savory Applesauce

　　

Ingredients

Makes 6 servings

　　10 Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, and cut into 8 pieces each

　　1 cup sugar

　　3/4 cup fresh lemon juice

　　2 (1-inch) pieces fresh ginger, peeled

　　3 whole cloves

　　2 sprigs fresh savory

　　

Step 1

In large, heavy-bottomed stock pot, combine apples, sugar, lemon juice, ginger, cloves, and 1 cup water. Cover and set over high heat. Bring to boil, then reduce heat to moderate and simmer, covered, stirring occasionally, until apples are very soft, about 20 minutes.

　　

Step 2

Remove from heat and blend with whisk, breaking up any remaining apple pieces. Pass through ricer, food mill, or fine-mesh strainer. While applesauce is still warm, stir in sprigs of savory. Let applesauce cool, then remove savory before serving.