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One of the easiest things to make in a crock pot is applesauce.

Simply peel, core and chunk 4 pounds of apples (about 16 medium-large apples) and toss them in the crockpot.  Add about 2 cups of water and turn the crockpot on low.  Cook for 4-6 hours or until the apples are soft and mushy.

Add nutmeg, cinnamon or allspice to the pot if desired.  I usually add 1 tsp. allspice and a shake of vanilla.  When the apples have cooked down, you can pass them through a strainer and mash or puree them in desired.   This should make a lot of applesauce so be prepared to freeze some or give it away!

This basic “recipe” will also work for pears!

If you’re feeling adventurous, trythis simple, no nonsense recipe for apples & lentils in the crockpot!  This is a great mix for babies 8 months+ and a great way to get your older kiddos to eat some proteins!

2 cups of lentils (use the red ones!) – washed
8 cups of water
3 large apples – peeled, cored and chopped
1 small onion – peeled & diced
pinch of garlic
pinch of cinnamon

Add the lentils to the crockpot and then the water.  Toss in the apples and onions.  Sprinkle the spices.  Cover and cook on low for 8 hours.   Check the liquid level but try not to peek too often!  You should be able to use a potato masher to get this mushy enough for baby.  Serve with chicken or pork ; better yet, shred up some cooked chicken or pork and add to the lentil mix and serve to baby.

Enjoy