Bottled Apples

Directions

1. 1
   You will need 7 quart-sized canning jars with lids and rings.
2. 2
   Prepare your water bath (for the assembled jars of apples) according to standard canning practices.
3. 3
   In a large pan, mix sugar, cornstarch, and pumpkin pie spice.
4. 4
   Add salt and water and mix well.
5. 5
   Bring to a boil and cook until thick and bubbly.
6. 6
   Remove from heat and add lemon juice.
7. 7
   Sterilize canning jars, lids and rings using standard canning practices.
8. 8
   Peel, core, and slice apples.
9. 9
   Pack the sliced apples into the hot canning jars, leaving a 1/2 inch head space.
10. 10
    Fill jars with hot syrup, and remove air bubbles with a knife.
11. 11
    Put lids on and process in a water bath for 20 minutes.