Chunky Applesauce

3-1/2 pounds chopped and peeled Granny Smith Apples

2-1/2 pounds chopped and peeled Gala Apples

1 stick butter

1 cup packed brown sugar

3 teaspoons ground cinnamon

1 teaspoon ground nutmeg

2 teaspoons vanilla extract 
 Directions:

In a Dutch oven, melt butter and add in brown sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg. Add chopped apples, cover and bring to a simmer over medium high heat.

Reduce heat to medium low and continue cooking 50-60 minutes or until apples are tender stirring occasionally.

Remove from heat; stir in vanilla. Mash, process with an immersion blender or food processor until it is the consistency you prefer.

Serve warm or cold. Yield: about 7-1/2 cups. Serves 12