Spicy Caramel Apple Sauce (not Applesauce)

Total Time: 35 mins Preparation Time: 5 mins Cook Time: 30 mins

Ingredients

• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup apple juice
• 1 star anise
• 1 piece fresh ginger (1-inch peeled and chopped)
• 4 cloves
• 2 cinnamon sticks
• 1/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
• 1 1/2 cups sugar
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon apple schnapps

Recipe

• 1 combine the cream, apple juice, star anise, ginger, cloves, cinnamon sticks, and nutmeg in a small saucepan and bring to a simmer. remove from the heat and let steep for at least 20 minutes. strain the mixture into a clean small saucepan and place back over low heat while you make the caramel.
• 2 combine the sugar, 1/2 cup water, and the vinegar in a medium saucepan over high heat and cook without stirring until a deep amber color, 8 to 10 minutes. slowly and carefully whisk in the warm cream mixture a little at a time, and continue whisking until smooth. add the apple schnapps and cook for 30 seconds longer. transfer to a bowl and keep warm. the sauce can be made 2 days in advance and refrigerated. reheat over low heat before serving.