Source: dLife

Warm spiced applesauce served with a generous helping of whipped cream.

Servings

13 cinnamon sticks , divided
0.12 tsp cardamom pods , 8-10 pods, crushed
20 whole cloves
3 lb medium apples , peeled, cored, and chopped
2 cup red wine
1 tsp vanilla extract
1.5 cup heavy whipping cream
1 pinch ground cinnamon

1 Place one cinnamon stick, cardamom, and cloves in 100% cotton muslin bag or cheesecloth tied with a string.
2 In large saucepan, add spice sack, chopped apples, and red wine.
3 Stew apples, spices, and wine over low heat until they become soft and fall apart at slightest pressure.
4 Stir in vanilla.
5 Allow apples to cool to room temperature.
6 In large bowl, whip cream with electric mixer at high speed until stiff peaks form.
7 Remove spice sack. Place stewed apples in food processor, blender, or food mill, and blend until applesauce becomes smooth.
8 Divide between serving dishes. Top with 1/4 cup whipped cream, sprinkle with cinnamon, and garnish with cinnamon stick.