{Making Applesauce: How Do You Like These Apples?}

Well, it's October here in Connecticut.  If you are anything like us, that means that you took your kid apple picking.  Which, also probably means that you have more apples than you know what to do with.  And, although you had visions of baking apple pies, and crumbles, and tarts, and . .  whatever else apple you can think of . . . you probably have a large pile of apples ripening in your fridge.  

May we suggest the following LuCk Playdate: Making Applesauce
It's pretty simple: 

• Core apples
• Cut apples into chunks
• Place in a pot with a little bit of water until they are soft
• Mash through a food processor

Hands on experiences are very important for toddlers. How better to learn that applesauce comes from apples than to pick the apples, help (or watch) them get cut up, cook and mash them yourself!  Making applesauce was a great tactile and olfactory experience for the children. As they smashed, stirred and turned the crank they watched the apples turn from solid slices into applesauce. 

This LuCk Playdate introduces your child to all the excitement that awaits them in the kitchen. Even at a young age, it teaches them how to make healthy choices and that cooking is fun!  What better way to be rewarded for all of your hard work than with fresh applesauce?

 That's really it.  You can add some cinnamon and/or sugar if you want. 

 Click here for a printable Guide!