Ingredients
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1 1/2 cups water
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1/4 cup sugar
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1 whole cinnamon stick
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3 whole cloves
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Peel from 1/2 lemon
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Juice from 1/2 lemon (3 tablespoons)
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4 cups sliced firm apples
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1/4 cup seedless raisins
Steps
1
In a medium saucepan, combine water, sugar, cinnamon stick, cloves, lemon peel (no white part) and lemon juice.
2
Bring liquid to a boil, then reduce to a simmer.
3
Meanwhile, peel, core and slice the apples; add to the liquid.
4
Simmer uncovered for about 5 to 8 minutes, until apples are tender but not mushy.
5
Remove from heat, remove lemon peel and add raisins.
6
Allow mixture to cool slightly, transfer to a bowl, cover and refrigerate.
7
Remove cinnamon and cloves before serving.
