Pear-Spiked Applesauce

• BASIC-EASY
• FAST
• HEALTHY
• MAKE-AHEAD
• VEGETARIAN

Ingredients

1. 4 McIntosh apples (1 1/2 pounds)—peeled, quartered and cored
2. 2 Bartlett pears—peeled, quartered and cored
3. 1 cup water
4. 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
5. 1 teaspoon sugar
6. 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)

1. In a large, heavy saucepan, bring the apples, pears, water and lemon juice to a boil. Reduce the heat and simmer until the fruit breaks down to a thick, chunky puree, about 30 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the sugar and cinnamon. Serve warm or chilled.