Host, Andrew “Kappy” Kaplan and his twins Leo + Ella share a recipe they all cooked with their classes at school. All of the kids helped peel, chop, mix and mash…and most importantly…TASTED!

Pumpkin-Spiced Applesauce

Makes 2-3 cups

2-3 pounds apples, variety of choice (approximately 5-8 apples), peeled, cored and rough chopped

1/4 cup water

3-4 tablespoons brown sugar (you may use white sugar)

5 little shakes of ground cinnamon, about 1/2 teaspoon

2 big shakes of pumpkin pie spice, (about 1/2 teaspoon)

A squeeze of a lemon, about 1 teaspoon, optional

Other Optional Flavoring: grated nutmeg, maple syrup, ground ginger, ground clove

#1. In a medium size pot, combine the apples, water, brown sugar, cinnamon, and pumpkin pie spice (and lemon, if using). Bring the mixture to a light bubble, cover, and cook over medium-low to medium heat until the apples are soft and pierce easily with a fork or the tip of a knife, about 15 to 20 minutes. Stir the mixture carefully every now and then.

#2. Let the apple mixture cool slightly, then mash with a potato masher or fork for a chunky consistency or blend/puree for a smoother consistency.

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Executive Producer/Host: Andrew “Kappy” Kaplan

Co-Executive Producer: Ian Cohen

Producer/Editor: Joel Yeaton

Producer: Shant Petrossian

Digital/Social Media Producers: Red Summit Productions (Harrison Sims)

Kid Voices: Leo + Ella Kaplan

Music & Sound: Jeffrey Goldford and the Likeminds

Educational Consultant: Barbara Johnson

Album Artwork: Dave Bogart

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