Mango Applesauce

Step 1

Peel and core apples. Chop into large dice.

Step 2

Peel mango and remove all the flesh from the pit. Chop into large dice.

Step 3

In a saucepan, combine chopped apples and mango, water and sugar.

Step 4

Split vanilla bean in half lengthwise. Scrape the inside into the saucepan and also place the vanilla bean itself into the saucepan.

Step 5

Bring to a boil.

Step 6

Reduce heat and simmer over medium heat for about 15 minutes, until the fruit is very soft.

Step 7

Remove the vanilla bean and mash the fruit, using a potato masher.

Step 8

Chill overnight in the refrigerator for it to thicken more.

Step 9

Serve as a condiment with your favorite foods or as dessert, by itself.