Recipe: Pumpkin Butter (using applesauce, microwave, Good Food magazine, 1980's)

PUMPKIN BUTTER

"Spread on toast, muffins, scones, pancakes, or waffles."

1 cup canned or fresh pumpkin puree
1/2 cup applesauce
2 Tbsp. honey
1 tsp. grated lemon zest (colored part of peel)
1/4 tsp. pumpkin pie spice

Stir all ingredients together in 4-cup glass measure. Cover with plastic wrap. leaving one corner open for vent. Microwave on HIGH power until thick, 3-5 minutes.

Let cool to room temperature, then store covered in refrigerator.

Makes 1 1/2 cups
Source: Good Food magazine, October 1988