Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.

Place the prepared apples in a large Dutch oven.

In a 2-cup liquid measuring cup, whisk the orange juice and zest, honey, cinnamon, cloves and ½ cup cold water and whisk until well combined.

Pour the liquid over the apples, cover and bake for 75 minutes.

After removing from the oven, allow to rest, covered, for 15 minutes.

Using an immersion blender, puree until smooth, or use a potato masher if you prefer a chunkier apple sauce.

Ladle the applesauce into mason jars, seal and refrigerate until ready to use; for up to 10 days.

Serve cold or at room temperature.