THE BEST HOMEMADE APPLESAUCE
After tasting the pure apple flavor of this homemade sauce, you just might never go back to the store-bought kind. Supermarket applesauce can be loaded with added sweeteners and flavorings. We use only a little sugar, plus lemon juice, salt and cinnamon, providing a balanced flavor and the perfect amount of sweetness.
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories condiment
Time 1h35m
Yield about 5 cups
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Combine the apples, sugar, 1 cup water and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a large pot. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat, stirring occasionally. Reduce the heat to medium-low. Cover with a tight-fitting lid and cook until the apples are very soft, 18 to 20 minutes.
- Stir in the lemon juice and cinnamon. Let cool for 5 minutes or so, then transfer the apple mixture to a blender, filling no more than halfway. Remove the center cap from the lid and place it on the blender. Cover the lid with a folded kitchen towel to catch splatters and pulse until smooth. Alternatively, puree in the pan with an immersion blender.
- Transfer the applesauce to a bowl and refrigerate until cool, about 1 hour. Store leftover applesauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
APPLE SMOOTHIE
This apple smoothie recipe is an excellent healthy breakfast idea or snack. It's made with frozen applesauce, almond milk, ground flaxseed, and your favorite nut butter.
Provided by Lee Funke
Categories Smoothie
Time 2h
Yield 1
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- First, freeze 2 4-oz. applesauce cups for at least 2 hours or overnight.
- Once frozen, run the applesauce cups under hot water for a few seconds to remove from the plastic. Then place into a high-speed blender.
- Add the rest of the ingredients and cover.
- Blend on high for around a minute or until smooth.
BEFORE YOU KNOW IT BEAN DIP (MAGIC BULLET)
Not all bean dip comes out of that creepy little can. You can make hearty, delicious, all-natural bean dip in seconds. This dip is great both warm and cold. If you go for the warm version, try adding 1/4 cup of cheddar cheese to the ingredients before you blend it. (If you don't have room, partially mix the ingredients, then add the cheese.) Take the blade off, place the Shaker/Steamer Top on the cup and microwave for about 2-3 minutes (until warm throughout). Give the dip another quick Pulse or two, then serve immediately. The warm version goes perfectly with nachos or sliced crusty Italian bread. Courtesy of the Magic Bullet recipe booklet. TIPS: Use your favorite type of bean. Black beans can be substituted with pinto beans, white beans, whatever you're into. ** Black Bean Sauce ** Add a cup of broth to make a perfect sauce for pouring over chicken or fish. ** Black Bean Soup ** Add 2 cups of broth to make a zesty, flavorful soup -- a great way to use any leftover dip. Throw in a few shrimp for a real treat.
Provided by Sandi From CA
Categories Black Beans
Time 5m
Yield 2 1/2 cups (approx.)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- DRAIN most of the liquid out of the canned beans.
- LOAD all the ingredients, in the order they are listed, into the tall cup.
- TWIST on the cross blade and quickly pulse until you reach the desired consistency.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 171.6, Fat 0.7, SaturatedFat 0.2, Sodium 242.5, Carbohydrate 31.2, Fiber 11, Sugar 0.5, Protein 11.2
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