Make the gel first by mixing 2 cups of water, the lemon juice, and the Sure Jel, then set aside

Next mix the 5 cups water and the rest of the seasonings in a pan on the stove over low heat, whisk to combine all ingredients and slowly bring to almost boiling.

Then add the gel mixture which should be thickened by now and whisk quickly till combined and return almost to boiling.

Then pour over apples in jars and boil in a hot water bath canner for 25min.