Active time: 15 min Start to finish: 30 min

Ingredients

　　2 lb Granny Smith apples (4), peeled, cored, and chopped

　　1/2 cup water

　　2 tablespoons unsalted butter

　　2 tablespoons sugar

　　1 tablespoon cider vinegar

　　4 garlic cloves, quartered

　　1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh marjoram or thyme

　　Simmer all ingredients in a 3-quart heavy saucepan, covered, stirring occasionally, until apples fall apart and garlic is tender, about 15 minutes. Mash garlic into applesauce. Season with salt and pepper.