Apple Persimmon Sauce

5 steps · 45 min total

1. 01

   Combine and Boil

   Combine the persimmons, apples, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, water, brown sugar, and lemon juice in a medium pot. Bring the mixture to a boil.
2. 02

   Simmer the Sauce

   Once boiling, cover the pot and reduce the heat to medium-low. Let it simmer for 25–30 minutes, or until the fruit is very soft and easily pierced with a fork.
3. 03

   Mash to Consistency

   Use a potato masher to break down the cooked fruit to your desired texture. If you like a smoother sauce, keep mashing until it's almost puréed; for a chunkier sauce, just a few presses will do.
4. 04

   Refrigerate Sauce

   Transfer the cooled sauce to an airtight container and store it in the fridge for up to two weeks.
5. 05

   Freeze for Longer Storage

   For longer storage, the sauce freezes well. Portion it into freezer-safe containers or bags and store for up to one year.