For those who appreciate a spicy condiment, this Apple Butter with lots of fresh ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves will really knock your socks off! You'll also appreciate the wonderful tangy aroma of apples and ginger together as you cook them down on your stove top . . .

For a less spicy recipe for applesauce or apple butter, visit our Luscious Apple Butter recipe page. For another tangy condiment recipe, try our Bell Pepper Jam!

Wash and chop the apples into quarters.  Peel and core, then chop into chunks.  Peel any hard areas from the ginger root and slice.  Place the apples and ginger in a stock pot or Dutch oven and bring to the boil, then reduce to simmer until cooked, stirring frequently.

Use a hand blender or other means to puré the apples and ginger.  Add the lime juice, sugar, and spices and continue to cook until the sauce is thickened.  Bring to the boiling point, then stir in the rum and ladle into hot prepared jars.  Process in a canner for 10-20 minutes, depending on the size of jar you are using.

Three one pint jars or 5 half-pint jars with lids should be adequate.