Quince-Apple Sauce

Ingredients and Weight:

• 2 lbs. quinces, peeled, cored, and diced
• 2 lbs. apples, peeled, cored, and diced
• 1 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2/5 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large saucepan, combine the quinces, apples, sugar, water, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
2. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
3. Reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the fruit is tender and the sauce has thickened, about 30 minutes.
4. Let cool slightly before serving.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 150 per serving
• Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 35g
• Protein: 1g

Dish Characteristics:

• Sweet and tart
• Fruity
• Spiced
• Perfect for fall

User Comments:

• "This sauce is amazing! It's the perfect balance of sweet and tart."
• "I love the spices in this sauce. It's so flavorful."
• "This is the best quince sauce I've ever had. It's so easy to make and so delicious."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Quinces can be difficult to peel. To make peeling easier, score the skin with a knife before peeling.
• If you don't have quinces, you can substitute another type of fruit, such as pears or apricots.
• This sauce can be canned for later use. To can, follow the instructions in a canning guide.