Ginger Applesauce
["3 lb. green apples", "1/4 c. apple cider", "1/3 c. sugar", "1 tsp. minced candied ginger", "1/4 tsp. ground ginger", "1 pt. vanilla ice cream (optional)"]
["Core apples; cut into eighths.", "Combine apples and cider in medium saucepan.", "Cook covered over medium heat until apples are soft, about 20 minutes.", "Press apples through a food mill; discard skin.", "Stir in sugar, candied ginger and ground ginger.", "Serve warm with ice cream or refrigerate until cold and serve as a snack."]
["green apples", "apple cider", "sugar", "candied ginger", "ground ginger", "vanilla ice cream"]