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Blutwurst mit Apfelmus Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 4 slices of blutwurst (blood sausage)
- 2 apples, peeled and diced
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- Salt and pepper to taste

Special equipment needed:
- Large skillet
- Wooden spoon
- Immersion blender or food processor

Step-by-step instructions:

1. In a large skillet, cook the blutwurst over medium heat until browned on both sides. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

2. In the same skillet, add the diced apples, sugar, water, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and pepper. Cook over medium heat until the apples are soft and the liquid has thickened, about 10-15 minutes.

3. Using an immersion blender or food processor, blend the cooked apples until smooth.

4. Serve the blutwurst with the apple sauce on the side.


- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 20 minutes
Temperature:
- Medium heat
Serving size:
- 4 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories per serving: 240
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Protein: 10g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Blutwurst can be substituted with any other type of sausage.
- Sugar can be substituted with honey or maple syrup.
- Cinnamon and nutmeg can be substituted with any other spices of your choice.

Variations:
- Add chopped onions and garlic to the skillet for extra flavor.
- Use pears instead of apples for a different twist.
- Add a splash of apple cider vinegar to the apple sauce for a tangy flavor.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to cook the apples until they are soft and the liquid has thickened to ensure a smooth sauce.
- Adjust the amount of sugar and spices to your liking.
- Serve with a side of mashed potatoes or sauerkraut for a traditional German meal.

Storage instructions:
- Store any leftover apple sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat the blutwurst and apple sauce in the microwave or on the stove over low heat.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the blutwurst and apple sauce on a platter with a sprinkle of chopped parsley for a pop of color.

Garnishes:
- Chopped parsley or chives

Pairings:
- Serve with a cold beer or a glass of Riesling wine.

Suggested side dishes:
- Mashed potatoes
- Sauerkraut
- Roasted vegetables

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the apple sauce is too thick, add a splash of water to thin it out.
- If the apple sauce is too thin, cook it for a few more minutes until it thickens.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure to cook the blutwurst until it is fully cooked and no longer pink in the middle.

Food history:
- Blutwurst is a traditional German sausage made with pork blood and spices.

Flavor profiles:
- The blutwurst has a rich and savory flavor, while the apple sauce is sweet and slightly tangy.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve the blutwurst and apple sauce as a main course for lunch or dinner.

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Region: German

Taste: Savory, Tangy, Sweet, Rich, Spicy