Apple Pie in a Jar Jam

Apple Pie in a Jar Jam
(From Ball Complete Book of Home Preserving)

3/4 Cup Raisins or dried Cranberries
6 Cups chopped, cored, and peeled apples
Grated zest and juice of one lemon
1 cup unsweetened apple juice
1 box powdered pectin
9 cups sugar
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp ground nutmeg

Chop raisins (can use food processor).

In large, deep, stainless steel stock pot, combine apples, lemon zest, and juices.  Bring to a boil over high heat, stirring frequently.  Reduce head and boil genlty until apples begin to soften, stirring occassionally. (abt 10 mintues).  Remove from heat and stir in pectin until dissolved.  Stir in raisins.  Return to high heat and bring to a boil, stirring frequently.  Add sugar all at once and return to a full rolling boil stirring constantly.  Boil for one full minute.  Remove from heat, add spices.  Skim off foam.

Ladle into hot prepared jars, leaving 1/4 inch head space.  Remove air bubbles.  WIpe rim of jar and place lids on jar with band and screw down until snug (dont over tighten).

Process in boiling water bath for ten minutes.