Instructions: Place apples in a large Dutch oven and pour the honey over them. Cook on low heat for 5 minutes, stirring frequently until juices form. Cover and cook on medium heat until tender, about 15 minutes. Mash apples with a fork or potato masher until desired consistency is reached. Season with additional honey (if desired), cinnamon, nutmeg and lemon juice. Chill.

Makes 1 quart.

This recipe may be multiplied to a bushel of apples or more. She freezes the apple sauce. It also may be canned and processed in a water bath for 20 minutes.

Yield: "4 cups"

Serving Ideas : Use as a topping for ice cream or pudding

NOTES : This applesauce (made without sugar) is almost like eating apple pie. It has been a favorite of her family for years.

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