Instant Pot Applesauce

From-scratch applesauce rivals the flavor and texture of store-bought, and with the help of an Instant Pot, it can be made in a jiffy, without monitoring or stirring. Firm, tart-sweet apples are suggested, but feel free to use any variety, or a mix of varieties, for a customized batch. (Firm varieties will produce a chunkier sauce and can be puréed further; soft varieties can also be used, but they’ll break down faster.) After the fruit is peeled, use an apple slicer, if you have one, to streamline the slicing and coring; there’s no need to slice the apples further, as they’ll break down under the pressure of the Instant Pot. For a smoother sauce, mash the apples or whiz them in a food processor after cooking. Ground cinnamon is a classic addition, but an equal amount of pumpkin spice or a pinch of ground cardamom will also enhance the fall fruit.