Ingredients

3½cupspumpkin puree,homemade, not pumpkin pie filling

1cuppacked brown sugar

¾cupapple cider,or juice

2tspvanilla extract

3cinnamon sticks

2tsppumpkin pie spice,to taste

Preparation

Combine pureed pumpkin, vanilla, apple juice, spices, cinnamon sticks and sugar in a large saucepan; stir well.

Bring mixture to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer for 30 to 40 minutes or until thickened. Stir frequently.

Adjust spices to your taste.