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Apple Catsup
A historical sauce from The White House cook book; a comprehensive cyclopedia of information for the home .. (1913).
A historical sauce from The White House cook book; a comprehensive cyclopedia of information for the home .. (1913).
Preserved exactly as written in the original source
Peel and quarter a dozen sound, tart apples
Stew them until soft in as little water as possible
Pass them through a sieve
Modern guidance to help you succeed with this vintage recipe
Cooking apples with minimal water concentrates their natural pectin and acids, creating a thick, sauce-like consistency without added thickeners. Passing the cooked apples through a sieve removes skins and creates a smooth texture while incorporating air, which lightens the final product. Tart apples contain higher levels of malic acid, which acts as a natural preservative and provides the tangy flavor characteristic of historical catsups.
The finished apple catsup can be made up to 1 week in advance and stored in a sterilized glass jar in the refrigerator. For longer storage, process in a water bath canner according to USDA guidelines for fruit preserves.
Store in an airtight container or sterilized jar in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. The high acid content acts as a natural preservative. For room-temperature storage, the catsup must be properly canned using a water bath canning method and sealed jars will keep for up to 1 year in a cool, dark place.
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The finished apple catsup can be made up to 1 week in advance and stored in a sterilized glass jar in the refrigerator. For longer storage, process in a water bath canner according to USDA guidelines for fruit preserves.
Store in an airtight container or sterilized jar in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. The high acid content acts as a natural preservative. For room-temperature storage, the catsup must be properly canned using a water bath canning method and sealed jars will keep for up to 1 year in a cool, dark place.
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