Ingredients:

5 lb bag of apples

1/2 cup water

1/2 cup brown sugar

1/2 cup granulated sugar

2 tsp. cinnamon

1/4 tsp. cloves

1/2 tsp. nutmeg

Directions:

1. Peel and slice apples, place in slow cooker. A combination of 2 or more apples like Fuji, Gala, Red Delicious, or Honeycrisp apples give a more complex flavor.

2. Combine water, brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg -sprinkle over apples.

3. Cook on low for 8 -10 hours, stirring occasionally. To get really smooth and creamy apple butter process with an immersion blender until thoroughly mixed.

4. Spoon into clean mason jars with lid ajar, allow to cool completely and thicken up. Place in refrigerator for up to two weeks or freeze for 6 months.

5. Besides being a delicious addition to toast it tastes wonderful over ice cream, oatmeal, pancakes, or French toast.

Bon Appetit!