graciously posted her APPLE PIE FILLING for me~what a sweetie!!
It is SERIOUS APPLE TIME in Washington State, we have every variety known to man, orchards all up and down the Columbia River, and it is that time of year.....make your applesauces and ANYTHING APPLE, NOW!
This PIE FILLING will not only make wonderful, fresh (EASY) desserts, it does make a nice gift.
Thanks again to Lisa over at New Harvest Homestead....and check our her site, you will be blessed!
Here's a great way to use up a lot of those fresh, delicious apples available right now. This recipe is not only great for pie, but turnovers, tarts and apple crisp as well. It also makes a great gift.
In a large bowl, mix the apples together with the lemon juice to keep them from browning. Set aside. In a lage pot, combine brown sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, salt and nutmeg. Add water and bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly. Boil for two minutes. Add apples (you may want to drain off some of the lemon juice, but I think it adds a nice flavor) and return to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and simmer until apples are tender, about 6-8 minutes. Have quart-sized canning jars hot and ready. Pack each jar with the filling to 1/2 inch from the top. Screw down lids. Process in hot water bath for 20 minutes. Makes about 5 quarts.
From the September/October 2005 issue of New Harvest~
