`Apple Butter`
5 1/2lbs apples, peeled and finely chopped
4c sugar
2 – 3t ground cinnamon
1/4t ground cloves
1/4t salt
* Place apples in a slow cooker.
Combine sugar, cinnamon, cloves, and salt;
pour over apples and mix well.
Cover and cook on high for 1 hour.
Reduce heat to low;
cover and cook for 9 – 11 hours or til thickened
and dark brown, stirring occasionally
(stir more frequently as it thickens to prevent sticking).
Uncover and cook on low 1 hour longer.
If desired,stir with a wire whisk til smooth.
Spoon into freezer containers, leaving 1/2″ headspace.
Cover & refrigerate or freeze.

This recipe courtesy of `Taste of Home`
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