orange juice

Sweet Potato Butter

Ingredients

• 6 c diced peeled sweet potatoes

• 2 c diced peeled apples

• 2 c water

• 2/3 c orange juice

• .5 tsp ground nutmeg

• .25 tsp ground cloves

• 1 tbsp + 1.5 tsp cider vinegar

For a sweet butter

• .5 c packed light brown sugar

OR .5 cup honey

• 1.5 tsp cinnamon

For a savory butter

• 1 tsp Kosher Sea Salt

• 2 tbsp ground cumin

• 1 tsp cayenne (or more if you like spicy)

Instructions

1. Put all ingredients (except vinegar) to a 7 quart slow cooker, cover and cook on low for 9-10 hours.

2. Add vinegar and blend with an immersion blender until smooth OR puree in batches through a food processor.

3. This butter can be frozen in tupperware. For individual servings: load up an ice cube tray. Expect to be able to keep in the refrigerator for at least 2-3 weeks.