Apple Preserves Recipe

Directions

1. 1
   Combine apples, water and lemon juice in large saucepan.
2. 2
   Simmer, covered,10 min.
3. 3
   Stir in pectin and bring to a boil, stirring frequently.
4. 4
   Add in lemon slices and sugar.
5. 5
   Return to a rolling boil.
6. 6
   Boil hard 1 minute, stirring frequently.
7. 7
   Remove from heat; add in nutmeg.
8. 8
   Pour in warm jars, leaving 1/4 inch head space.
9. 9
   Adjust caps.
10. 10
    Process 10 min in boiling water bath.
11. 11
    This recipe yields about 6 half-pints.
12. 12
    Yield: 6 half-pints