Stir gently then cover again and continue to cook gently until the apples are really soft.
Cooking apples will really fall apart whereas eating apples will retain their shape.
Taste the mixture and add more sugar if the apples are too sharp, or a dash of lemon juice if they are too sweet.
Serve warm or leave to cool and store, covered in the fridge, for up to five days.
Depending on the final use for your stewed apples, you can add cinnamon, nuts, vanilla or any other flavours you wish.
source: express.co.uk