Categories: Fruits 
      Yield: 1 servings 
  
      6 c  Sweet apples, peel and slice        1 c  Apple cider 
      1 tb Ground cinnamon (optional)      
  
  Place apples and cider in heavy saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring 
  frequently, until mixture comes to a boil. Lower heat and simmer, stirring 
  frequently, for about 1 hour, or until apple slices have disintegrated and 
  butter is thick. Remove from heat. Stir in cinnamon. Vacuum seal. Makes 4 
  1/2 pint jars. From: Gourmet Preserves, Judith Choate.