Chunky Applesauce in the Microwave

4 portions

2 McIntosh apples

2 Granny Smith or other tart apples

1 cup water

Juice of 1/2 lemon

1/2 cup sugar

1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1. Halve and core the apples: peel them if you like. Cut each one into 6 wedges or 1-inch chunks.

2. Combine the apples, water, and lemon juice in a deep microwave safe 2 1/2-quart casserole.

3. Toss the sugar and cinnamon together in a small bowl and add to apple mixture.

4. Cook, uncovered for 5 minutes. Stir, pressing apples into liquid and return to microwave. Cook for another 5 minutes. Using a hand blender, mix apples into applesauce.

From The New Basics Cookbook by Rosso & Lukins.