Ingredients
Place the apples and the vanilla in a crockpot (this amount fits in a small 2 qt. pot), cover and cook on low for 4½ hrs.
Lift lid and smash the apples up a bit with a fork or spoon. Add all of the seasonings. Replace lid and cook on high for another 4 hours or so…until dark and thick. Warning!…your house will smell irresistible to all who pass by and get a whiff!
Remove the star anise, the blend it all up with an immersion blender or in a stand up blender (carefully…it’s hot!!) to get a smooth butter. Store in a sealed jar in the fridge.
Directions
Source:
https://www.allroadsleadtothe.kitchen/2010/09/mabon-marigold-honey-wheat-bread-spiced.html