Instructions: * Granny Smith apples should be pared, cored and coarsely chopped.

Place apples, cinnamon, apple juice and lemon zest in a large saucepan or Dutch oven. Simmer covered, stirring occasionally, over medium low heat until apples are soft, 20-25 minutes. Stir in sugar to taste, the ginger and the nutmeg. Cook until sugar is dissolved and sauce thickens, about 5 minutes. Serve warm or cold. Remove cinnamon sticks just before serving.

Makes about 6 cups. 92 calories per 1/2 cup.

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