- 4 large Empire apples, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 1/2 cup water
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Place apples, water, sugar, lemon juice, ginger, lemon zest, and cinnamon in 2-quart saucepan and bring to a boil.
- Lower heat to a simmer, partially cover, and cook 20 minutes. Mash with potato masher or fork and cook, uncovered, 5 to 10 minutes longer until thick.