Quality: Select full-flavored apples.

Instructions:

1. Wash apples, peel if desired, core and slice.
2. To each quart of apple slices, add 1/3 cup water or apple juice; cook until tender.
3. Cool and strain if desired.
4. Sweetening can be added if needed: 1/4 to 3/4 cup sugar for each quart of sauce. Or, use your regular recipe for applesauce,
5. Pack into containers, leave 1/2 inch headspace for pints, 1 inch for quarts, seal label and freeze.

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MU Extension Publication GH1502, Quality for Keeps: Freezing Fruits