Apple Saffron Cream (apple tart)

2 lb  apple golden delicious (once clean and diced  was 1.6 lb)    

1 pinch   saffron    

3 oz   butter    

2 oz  sugar

Peel,  quarter, core, and dice the apples.

Put them in a medium saucepan, along with  the butter, saffron and  sugar.  

Cover and cook over medium heat, stirring  occasionally, until the mixture is dry, about 18 minutes.

Blend on high speed  until very smooth.

Cool completely.