The bits to go with …

Despite the fact that I don't eat meat I've always loved a roast – why - I love all the bits and pieces that go with the meat.

In this particular case apple sauce – there are some food “marriages” you just don't mess with and roast pork and apple sauce is one of them. There is nothing finer than an apple sauce packed with flavour – try this recipe – you won't be disappointed.

Apple Sauce

400g Bramley apples

Juice of half a lemon

2 tbsp water

1½ tbsp caster sugar

a knob of butter and a sprinkle of salt

Peel and dice the apples. Place in a small pan with the lemon juice, 2 tbsp water and the caster sugar. Heat gently until the apples are really soft, then help them along by squashing them with the back of a spoon. When you are satisfied with the consistency add the butter, stir until melted and then add salt to taste.

I know that periodically I mention delicious. Magazine, (sorry – no pun intended) this is another example of what this publication does well – easy, practical recipes.

Those who follow the blog (and thank you) will know that I'm not a food snob and don't believe in “arm twisting” to make your own. There are many great products out there but some come at a hefty price. You don't have to put yourself under pressure – try making stuff when you have the time and then freeze – in this case, the apple sauce. If I thought there wasn't much difference I would say so. If you make this sauce I suspect, and hope, that you'll never buy a jar again.

I made the apple sauce the day before the “roast” - one job less and if anything it tastes even better.

Definitely worth a shot!