Take approximately 20 apples. Measure 16 cups sliced apples into another bowl. Combine 6 cups sugar, 5 heaping tablespoons instant clear-jel, 2 teaspoons cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Stir dry mixture in with sliced apples. In a small bowl mix 4 cups water and 1/4 cup lemon juice. stir this in with apples and let stand 10 minutes, then fill jars. Cold pack 20 minutes. Makes 5 quarts.