Step 1

Toss the peeled and diced apples together with the lemon juice. Set aside.

Step 2

Combine the brown sugar, sugar, cinnamon, salt and water either in a pot or the liner of your Instant Pot.

Step 3

Stir in the apples.

Step 4

For the Instant Pot: Cook on manual HIGH for 1 minute, NPR for 4 minutes and then manually release the remaining pressure. Then turn the pot onto sauté.

Step 5

For the stovetop: Simmer the mixture for 10-15 minutes or until fork tender.

Step 6

Remove about 1/2 cup of liquid from the pot and whisk in 1/4 cup of cornstarch.

Step 7

Pour the cornstarch slurry into the pot with the apples and stir until the sauce has thickened.

Step 8

Use right away, refrigerate for 5 days or freeze until needed!