Paleo/AIP Apples cooked 'n' stewed (dairy-free, gluten-free, no refined sugar, plant-based, vegan)

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds sweetness with fewer calories than sugar.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option.

cinnamon

🥗Healthier: cardamom

💰Cheaper: pumpkin spice

Pumpkin spice offers a seasonal flavor.

vanilla extract

🥗Healthier: vanilla bean paste

💰Cheaper: imitation vanilla

Imitation vanilla is more affordable.

Peel and core the apples, then slice them into thin wedges.

In a large pot, melt butter over medium heat.

Add the apple slices to the pot and stir to coat with butter.

Sprinkle sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg over the apples.

Pour in lemon juice and water, then stir to combine.

Cover the pot and cook for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are tender.

Remove the lid and cook for an additional 5 minutes to thicken the sauce.

Stir in vanilla extract just before serving.

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