Brandied Apple Rings

Serves: 2

Luisa Champlin

1 January 1970

Based on User reviews:

54

Spice

58

Sweetness

49

Sourness

38

mins

Prep time (avg)

6.4

Difficulty

Ingredients:

3 cups

Water

1 tbsp

Lemon Juice

4 cups

White Sugar

1 cup

Brandy

Directions:

1

Place apple rings in a bowl and pour in enough water to cover

2

Add lemon juice to water

3

Bring sugar and 3 cups water to a boil in a large saucepan; cook and stir until sugar dissolves, about 5 minutes

4

Add apples to sugar-water mixture and return to a boil

5

Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until apples are tender, about 30 minutes

6

Sterilize the jars and lids in boiling water for at least 5 minutes

7

Pack apple rings into hot, sterilized jars, filling to within 1/4 inch of the top

8

Keep syrup in the saucepan

9

Bring the syrup back to a boil and add brandy; cook and stir until heated through, 2 to 3 minutes

10

Ladle the syrup over apple rings, filling the jars to within 1/4 inch of the top

11

Run a knife or thin spatula around the insides of the jars after they have been filled to remove any air bubbles

12

Wipe the rims of the jars with a moist paper towel to remove any food residue

13

Top with lids and screw on rings

14

Place a rack in the bottom of a large stockpot and fill halfway with water

15

Bring to a boil and lower jars into the boiling water using a holder

16

Leave a 2-inch space between the jars

17

Pour in more boiling water if necessary to bring the water level to at least 1 inch above the tops of the jars

18

Bring the water to a rolling boil, cover the pot, and process for 15 minutes

19

Remove the jars from the stockpot and place onto a cloth-covered or wood surface, several inches apart, until cool

20

Once cool, press the top of each lid with a finger, ensuring that the seal is tight (lid does not move up or down at all)

21

Store in a cool, dark area