Musselman's helps in the fight against breast cancer

Disclaimer:  I have received free samples of applesauce from Musselman's in the past.


Kudos to Musselman's!  They're donating 10 cents to the National Breast Cancer Foundation (NBCF) for every single package of Musselman's Natural Applesauce sold during the month of January.  The NBCF is dedicated to raising awareness of breast cancer through education and by providing mammograms for those in need. 

Musselman's has been generous with samples of their applesauce in the past, so I can say with confidence that their natural applesauce is good stuff.  It has a nice, fresh apple taste that is excellent in baked goods. 

Need a reason to buy some applesauce?  Check out some recipes that I posted a while back.  Or maybe try one of these recipes from Musselman's applesauce!  (I've not tried these, by the way, but they do look good!)


Craig's Apple Pork Chops

• 4 boneless pork chops (1/2 inch thick)
• 1/4 c flour
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp pepper
• 2 Tbsp vegetable oil
• 1/4 c chopped onion
• 1 Tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 clove minced garlic
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp pepper
• 1-1/2 cups MUSSELMAN'S Natural Apple Sauce
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon 

 

Lightly flour, salt and pepper both sides of the pork chops. In a skillet over medium-high heat, brown pork chops in oil on both sides. Remove chops to a plate, leaving any remaining oil in the skillet. Add onion, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, salt and pepper to the skillet to quickly brown 1 minute. Remove from heat, add the apple sauce and cinnamon and stir together. Add pork chops back to the pan and reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes or until center temp is 155 to 165 degrees. Makes 4 servings

Good Morning Muffins

• 6 tablespoons butter
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 2 eggs
• 2/3 cup brown sugar
• 1 1/2 cups MUSSELMAN'S Natural Apple Sauce 

 Heat the oven to 375 degrees. Line a 12-cup muffin tin with bake cups and set aside. In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter on high for about 30 to 60 seconds; set aside to cool slightly.

Sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt into a large mixing bowl. In another large bowl, whisk together the eggs and brown sugar. Stir in the applesauce and melted butter until the mixture is smooth. Pour the apple mixture over the flour mixture. Mix with a wooden spoon until combined and you can't see any traces of flour.

Fill the bake cups about two-thirds full with batter. Bake for 20 minutes or until light brown.

Makes 12 servings



Apple Raisin Crumb Pie

• 2 cups MUSSELMAN'S Natural Apple Sauce
• 1 cup light brown sugar
• 3 Tbs. butter
• 1 cup raisins
• 4 eggs
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1/2 tps. ginger
• 1/4 tps.nutmeg
• 2 Tbs. butter
• 1 9-inch unbaked pie shell with high fluted edge 

Place the apple sauce and brown sugar in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. Remove from heat; add 3 Tbs. butter and stir until melted. Stir in the raisins. Cool.

In a small mixing bowl, beat the eggs and add to the apple sauce mixture. Pour into the pie shell. Bake in a 375 F. oven on the low rack for 20 minutes. Remove from the oven.

Blend the flour, sugar, and spices and cut in the 2 Tbs. butter until crumbly. Sprinkle evenly over the top of the pie and continue baking until the top and crust are golden brown (about 25 minutes).

Makes 8 servings