- 3 pounds cooking apples, such as McIntosh or Rome, cored and sliced (do not peel)
- 1 1/2 cups cranberry juice cocktail
- 2/3 cup red hot cinnamon candies (available in cake-decorating aisle)
- In a large pot, combine all ingredients. Bring to a boil. Cook over medium heat, covered, 15 minutes.
- Lower heat; simmer until apples are very soft, about 20 minutes. Cool slightly. Transfer to a food processor with the knife blade; process until smooth. Serve warm, chilled or at room temperature.