Dawn
Culinary Explorer
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Ingredients
- 4 large apples (Granny Smith or another tart variety), peeled, cored, and diced
- 4 cups water
- 1/2 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg (optional)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 cup raisins (optional)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (optional, for thickening)
- Chopped nuts (such as walnuts or almonds) for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Cook the Apples: In a large pot, combine the diced apples, water, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
- Simmer: Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the apples are soft.
- Blend (Optional): For a smoother texture, use an immersion blender to puree the soup to your desired consistency. Alternatively, you can leave it chunky.
- Thicken (Optional): If you prefer a thicker soup, mix the cornstarch with a little cold water to create a slurry, then stir it into the soup and cook for an additional 5 minutes until thickened.
- Add Raisins: If using, stir in the raisins and let the soup simmer for a few more minutes.
- Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped nuts if desired. It can be served warm or chilled.