Cherry Applesauce


This is an easy sauce using cherry preserves, that is great served alone, or over latkes, chicken, etc. Adapted from bon appetit(dec. 2001) a russian recipe.

Steps


In a heavy large saucepan , combine apple chunks and unsweetened apple juice.
Bring to a boil , stirring occasionally.
Cover , reduce the heat to low and simmer until apples are very tender , stirring occasionally , about 15 minutes.
Remove from heat.
Mix in the cherry preserves.
Using a potato masher or fork , smoosh the mixture to chunky puree.
This sauce can be prepared up to 2 days ahead.
Cover and refrigerate.
Serve hot or cold , garnished with ginger , if desired.
Enjoy !.

Ingredients


gala apples, unsweetened apple juice, cherry preserves, ground ginger