Sweet Apple Grape Paste

5 medium green apples (or some tart and tangy variety)
1 lemon
1/2 cup grape juice
2 1/3 cup cane sugar (about 1 lb.)

Halve the lemon, remove the seeds, and scoop out the interior flesh.

Peel and core the apples. Cut into large chunks.

Combine the lemon flesh, apples, juice, and sugar in a high-speed blender and process until smooth.

Transfer the puree to a heavy saucepan and simmer for about 45 minutes, stirring constantly.

To test for doneness, drop a spoonful of the spread on to a clean plate.

Wait until cool (cold). If the drop is firm to the touch and enough to detach from the plate in one piece, it’s done.

Pour the spread into a shallow container or several small molds.

Chill until set.

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