Firecracker Applesauce

Directions

1. Lightly salt & pepper apples slices tossed in and grilled with olive oil 4 minutes each side.
2. Add grilled apples chilies, vinegar, salt, clove, bay leaf and cinnamon stick in a large, heavy-duty saucepan over medium heat.
3. Cook, stirring frequently, for about 15 minutes, or until the apples are falling apart and the mixture has reduced by half.
4. Remove from the heat and allow to cool.
5. Discard the bay leaf.
6. Puree mixture until you have reached an applesauce consistency.
7. Garnish with pomegranate seeds and pomegranate molasses for Christmas color on the grilled pork chop.*