Apple Butter
["5 lb. apples (preferably different kinds)", "2 c. apple cider", "2 c. dark brown sugar", "1 tsp. ground cinnamon", "1/2 tsp. nutmeg"]
["Cut apples into chunks, but do not peel.", "In a glass or stainless steel kettle, combine apples and cider.", "Cover and cook over medium-high heat until apples are very soft, about 30 minutes. Press through a food mill or fine sieve and return to the cleaned pot.", "Stir in sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg.", "Simmer over low heat, stirring occasionally, until very thick, about 2 hours.", "Cool to room temperature, then refrigerate or freeze."]
["apples", "apple cider", "brown sugar", "ground cinnamon", "nutmeg"]