Prepare Your Apples: Start by peeling, coring, and slicing approximately six cups of mixed apples. Remember to wear an apron—you don&x27;t want apple juice splatters on your favorite shirt!

Mix Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced apples with three-quarters cup of sugar, two teaspoons of cinnamon, half a teaspoon of nutmeg, and two tablespoons of lemon juice. Toss well until every apple slice is coated.

Let it Marinate: Allow the mixture to sit for about 15 minutes. This step lets the flavors mingle and helps draw out some juices from the apples.

Cook Down the Filling: In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt two tablespoons of butter. Add your apple mixture and cook for about ten minutes until slightly softened but still holding their shape. Stir occasionally.

Thicken It Up: After ten minutes of cooking, sprinkle in two tablespoons of cornstarch to thicken things up. Continue stirring until everything is bubbly and cohesive.

Cool Before Using: Remove from heat and let it cool completely before using it as filling for pies or other desserts. Trust me; you’ll want this filling at room temperature or chilled.