Applesauce

Ok so I am trying my first batch of applesauce.  I have never done this before.  I am making it in the crockpot.  I peeled the gala apples first.  I have about 3.5 pounds of apples.  I rinsed and then cut and cored them.  I put 2 cups of water some sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg into the crockpot.  I put it on low for 8 hours.  This batch went right into the freezer.  I hope to make more soon.

Stovetop Applesauce

So while I wait for my crockpot applesauce to get done I made some on the stove top.  I used a recipe I found here.  It turned out really good.  I'm so glad I made it.  Chunky is good too.  Never had that before.

4 Apples, I used Fuji
3/4 cup water
1/4 white sugar
1/2 tsp cinnamon

Peel, and core the apples.  Put into saucepan with water, sugar and cinnamon.  Cover and heat on medium until apples are soft.  I mashed with a potato masher and done.

Coupon/stocking up

So today was my first big stocking up/coupon trip.  I don't think I did to bad.  I got 12 pounds of ground beef which was great because we go through alot of that.  I also got 2 chuck roasts, and 6 pounds of pork loin chops all for about $60.  At the second store I got 5 pounds of ground turkey, 2 bricks of cheese, and 7 pounds of apples for about $30.  I should have taken pictures but I didn't.  I will next time though.  Overall it was a good trip.  I forgot to pick up two things so I will be heading out soon to pick that stuff up along with the kids.

First post

Today I decided to document my journey.  I doubt anyone will read it.  But now I can look back and see how far I have come and how much I have learned.  I can post pictures and recipes to help me remember things I learn along the way.