- 2 pounds Granny Smith apples, peeled, cored, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup (packed), golden brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 1/4 teaspoons ground cardamom
- Combine all ingredients in heavy medium saucepan. Cover, bring to boil. Reduce heat to medium-low; simmer until apples are very tender, stirring occasionally, about 30 minutes. Cool slightly. Transfer to food processor; puree. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.)