Easy Microwave Applesauce

Servings:
Makes 4 cups

Nutrition Information:
Protein: .3g; Fat: .6g; Carbohydrate: 35g; Fiber: 4g; Sodium: .3mg; Cholesterol: 0; Calories: 137.

Ingredients:

Basic Applesauce
8 apples, peeled, cored, and cut into chunks
1/3 cup water
1/4 cup sugar

Flavorings
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Method:

1) In 2-quart microwave-safe dish, combine apples and water. Cover with lid or vented plastic wrap; microwave on high (100 percent) 12 to 14 minutes or until apples are tender. (If microwave does not have carousel, rotate dish every 4 minutes.) Stir sugar and choice of flavoring.

2) Microwave on high 3 minutes or until sugar dissolves. Stir and set aside to cool before serving. If finer texture is desired, mash or puree apple mixture and put through strainer.