Apple Butter

1/2 Red Delicious apple
1/2 Granny Smith apple
2 cups softened unsalted butter
1/8 cup applejack brandy
1/4 cup apple juice
1/8 tsp. salt
1/16 tsp. pepper

In food processor, purée whole cored apples (skin on). Add all remaining ingredients and blend until liquid is incorporated and entire batch is smooth.