Step 1

Pour water into slow cooker.

Step 2

Slice apples into eighths, place into slow cooker.

Step 3

Pour lemon juice over apples.

Step 4

Sprinkle cinnamon and nutmeg (if using) over apples.

Step 5

Carefully mix, so spices coat the apples.

Step 6

Cook for 8 hours on low or 3.5 - 4 hours on high.

Step 7

When done, using an immersion blender, carefully puree the apples.

Step 8

Cool thoroughly and then portion out into containers. Refrigerate until ready to use.