Asian Pear Applesauce

A week ago, my mother gave me a bag of asian pears.  I don't usually buy them but I was excited to try something new.  You'll find them in salads, slaws and in baking.  An asian pear is known to be a cross between a apple and a pear.  Since I just made a crisp recently, I decided to make an applesauce.

Asian Pear Applesauce*

• 3 pounds unpeeled asian pears (about 4 cups of cubed fruit)
• 1/2 cup water
• 2 tablespoons raw cane sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg

1.  Bring to a boil and boil for five minutes. Stir occasionally.

2.  Cover and turn heat down to low for 15-20 minutes.

3.  When the fruit is soft, mush them until you get your desired consistency.  If you want a puree, use an immersion blender.

*Reference: Pear Applesauce Recipe

Things to take in consideration:

• Fruit - You can use apples, pears or a combination of both.
• Sugar & Spices - Depending on how much sugar or spice, you can add the amount you prefer.  If you don't have raw sugar, white granulated sugar is just fine but it will be a little sweeter.

Now to do with all this applesauce...?  You can eat it of course!  You can use it to make muffins, cakes, cookies or even in mousses.