Homemade Canned Apple Pie Filling

Gather all ingredients.

In a large pan, mix sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Add water and salt, stirring well.

Bring the mixture to a boil and cook until it thickens and bubbles.

Remove the pan from heat and add lemon juice and food coloring.

Sterilize canning jars, lids, and rings by boiling them in a large pot of water. Peel, core, and slice apples.

Pack the sliced apples into hot canning jars, leaving 0.5 cm of headspace.

Fill jars with hot syrup and gently remove air bubbles using a knife.

Put lids on and process in a water bath canner for 25 minutes.

Enjoy!