Apples are a good source of potassium. They also contain fiber, calcium, vitamins A, C, and Folic Acid as well as the mineral magnesium.

• 2 Red Delicious apples
• ½ cup water
• Cinnamon (optional)

Wash, peel, core and dice apples. In med saucepan bring water and apples to a boil. Cover and let cook 10 – 15 minutes, or until apples are tender. Remove from heat and add Cinnamon. Use immersion blender and puree until smooth. Let cool before serving.

For chunkier applesauce (as your child moves into Stage 3 and Stage 4) use masher.