How do you keep homemade applesauce from turning brown?

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1. How do you keep homemade applesauce from turning brown?
2. How do I keep homemade applesauce from turning brown?
3. What is the shelf life of homemade applesauce?
4. Can you cut up apples ahead of time?
5. Should I refrigerate strawberries?
6. Which fruits last the longest?

How do you keep homemade applesauce from turning brown?

Fortunately, there are a few things you can do to solve this common problem.

1. Add ascorbic acid to reduce the enzyme reaction. You can mix in a tablespoon of lemon juice for each quart of applesauce to preserve color and increase acidity.
2. Add cinnamon or nutmeg to mask some of the oxidation with natural color.

How do I keep homemade applesauce from turning brown?

If you want to prevent cut apples from turning brown, there are a number of things you can do. These include using firm apples, not over-ripe or wind fallen ones, submerging them in a solution of cold water and citric or ascorbic acid, or cooking them.

What is the shelf life of homemade applesauce?

Homemade applesauce can be refrigerated for a week to ten days; it can also be frozen or canned for longer-term storage. Mott's recommends its applesauce to be used within ten days of opening.

Can you cut up apples ahead of time?

Simply squeeze the juice of one lemon (or other citrus, if desired) into a bowl of sliced apples. Toss lightly to coat and then store the apples in a sealed container within your refrigerator. With this method, apples stay ready for 4-5 days worth of use.

Should I refrigerate strawberries?

Fresh strawberries can go directly into the refrigerator, but will do just fine on the counter for a couple of days. ... Strawberries will soak up the water, making them more susceptible to spoilage. Even with careful handling, strawberries won't last longer than a few days without refrigeration.

Which fruits last the longest?

Citrus fruits like lemons, limes, and oranges have a long life when refrigerated. Lemons and limes will keep for slightly over a month, and oranges typically last three to four weeks refrigerated.