Saturday, November 7, 2009

Apples for All Occassions

I LOVE apples! My favorite doctor used to remind me "an apple a day keeps the doctor away." Now is such a great time to enjoy them fresh. My favorite for snacking on is Honeycrisp. They are usually available in very limited supply, but if you find them, try one! Unlike most conventionally grown apples available in regular grocery stores, these taste great! My favorite for cooking is Braeburn. They keep well and make a great snack if they don't last until baking time.

Here's a guide to apples and their best uses. As always, try to find organic and if you can't, wash them in a bowl of water mixed with a few drops of grapefruit seed extract.

For eating: Braeburn, Cortland, Crispin, Gala, Fuji, Honeycrisp, Granny Smith, Pink Lady
For baking: Braeburn, Calville Blanc, Fuji, Empire, Granny Smith, Rome Beauty, Suncrisp

Be well!