Apple Pie Filling

This is one of my favorite recipes and it is so easy to make. I use the apples off my own trees and the skins are so tender that I never have to peel. This is so nice to have on hand especially if unexpected company shows, you can whip up an apple crisp in no time.

• Ready In: 1 hr
• Yields: 5-8 quarts

Ingredients

• 18  cups  sliced sliced peeled cored baking apples
• 3  tablespoons lemon juice
• 4  cups sugar
• 1  cup cornstarch
• 2  teaspoons cinnamon
• 1  teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon nutmeg
• 10  cups water

Directions

1. In a large bowl, toss apples with lemon juice; set aside.
2. In a Dutch oven over medium heat, combine sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, salt, and nutmeg. Add water; bring to a boil.
3. Boil for 2 minutes stirring constantly.
4. Add apples; return to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer until the apples are tender, about 8-10 minutes.
5. Place in sterilized jars and seal.