Spiced Apple Rings - cooking recipe

Ingredients

4 lbs firm tart apples, peeled,cored and sliced
2 quarts water
2 tablespoons lemon juice
4 cups sugar
2 cups water
1/3 cup red cinnamon candies
1/3 cup white vinegar
1 tablespoon whole cloves

Preparation

Soak apple slices in water and lemon juice.
Combine sugar, water, cinnamon candy, vinegar, and cloves in a 6 quart saucepan.
Bring to a boil, then simmer 3 minutes , stirring constantly.
Drain apples, add to hot syrup, and cook 5 minutes.