SPICED CRAB APPLES

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Categories     Salad     Fruit     Brunch     Side     Christmas     Kid-Friendly     Dinner     Buffet

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Number Of Ingredients 7

2 quarts crab apples, with stems
2 sticks cinnamon
1 tbls. whole allspice
1 1/2 tbls. whole cloves
6 cups sugar
3 cups vinegar
3 cups water

Steps:

  • 1. Run a large needle through each apple to prevent them from bursting. 2. Tie spices in cheesecloth bag. Combine remaining ingredients and spice bag in a saucepan; bring to a boil. Cook 5 minutes. 3. Add apple, 1/2 at a time; simmer until almost tender. Remove from syrup and place in a large container. 4. Remove spice bag from syrup. Bring sugar to boiling point: pour over apples. 5. Cover and let stand overnight. 6. Place apples in sterilized jars. Reheat syrup; pour into jars. Seal. 7. Process in hot water bath for 10 minutes.

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