Apple pie filling is one of those recipes that makes me feel all warm and cozy inside, like a hug from Grandma. I whip this up whenever I need a quick and delicious filling for an apple dessert. The Granny Smith apples are tart and juicy, blending beautifully with a touch of cinnamon and nutmeg to create that classic apple pie flavor.

– 5 cups Granny Smith apples peeled and sliced thin – ½ lemon juiced – 1 cup sugar – Pinch of salt – 1 tsp ground cinnamon – 1/16 tsp ground cloves – 1/16 tsp ground nutmeg – ½ cup water – 2 tbsp cornstarch + 3 tbsp water for slurry