PERFECT APPLE BUTTER

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, if desired. Pour into hot sterilized jars, leaving ¼ in. headspace. Cap and process in 10-minute boiling water bath. Makes 4 ½ pint jars.

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