Yesterday was a Woman of the Dirt gathering and I had to work.  It would've been easy for me to come home and nap or feel sorry for myself because I couldn't make it, but I had a 5 gallon bucket of apples from my tree, so I canned 14 quarts of apple pie filling.  I searched the net and found this recipe:  http://allrecipes.com/Recipe/Canned-Apple-Pie-Filling/Detail.aspx

I found the recipe to be a little short on liquid.  I was not able to get 7 quarts out of the recipe.  I also made the mistake of putting too much in the jars the first time and they over flowed.  I had to process the first batch twice.  Then I ran out of sugar for the second batch and having the apples all ready cut up, I wasn't waiting!  I ran to town for sugar!  I used flour in some and cornstarch in another as the thickener.  I see the cornstarch jars are almost jelled, but will thin out when reheated for pies.  The flour jars are much runnier.

 I hope the WOTD had a great gathering.  The reason I hate to miss, aside from the fact that we haven't gathered since early June, is that I learn so much at each gathering.  My head is generally spinning with information and ideas after I leave.  I will have to wait another month for that rush!

Also, if you don't own an apple peeler/corer/slicer, invest in one!  They are worth their weight in gold!