Make an easy homemade dessert by spooning these preserves into pastry to create apple turn overs, or spoon on top of waffles and pancakes for a tasty breakfast.

Apple Pie Preserves

In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, combine apples, apple juice and lemon juice. Bring to boiling; reduce heat to medium and simmer about 12 minutes or until apples are soft.

In a separate bowl, stir together 1/4 cup granulated sugar, fruit pectin, cinnamon and nutmeg; stir into apple mixture. Return to boiling. Stir in remaining sugar and butter. Return to boiling once again. Remove from heat. Ladle into sterilized jars, leaving 1/4-inch headspace. Process in boiling water bath for 10 minutes (after water has returned to full boil).