Apple Pie Filling

Instructions

1. 1

   Peel and slice enough apples to fill 7 (1-quart) jars. 4 1/4 cups granulated sugar 1 cup cornstarch 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg 2 teaspoons cinnamon 1 teaspoon salt 10 cups water 3 tablespoons lemon juice Mix sugar, cornstarch, nutmeg, cinnamon and salt.

2. 2

   Add water, then cook until thick.

3. 3

   Add lemon juice.

4. 4

   Pour cooked mixture over the apples in the jars.

5. 5

   Seal and process in hot water bath for 20 minutes.

6. 6

   To make pie Add 1/2 cup sugar, if desired, to 1 quart of apple pie filling.

7. 7

   Place in unbaked pie shell, cover with top crust, then bake as usual.