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Apples

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There are over 100 varieties of apples grown commercially in the U.S. but is there 1 apple perfect for snacking, canning and baking? Check out the ultimate fall guide to apples here..

Crunchy & Sweet

Gala, Golden Delicious, Honeycrisp, Fuji, Red Delicious, Braeburn, Pink Lady, Crispin/Mutsu.

  • These apples are sweet and thinned skinned and one of the best uses is snacking!

Crunchy & Tart

Granny Smith, Goldrush, Paula Red, Northern Spy

  • These are great for snacking if you don’t have a sweet tooth, and are also great in apple pies!

Tender & Sweet

Cortland, Jonamac

  • These apples are good for snacking if you don’t like crisp apples, they are also great for making sauces!

Tender & Tart

McIntosh, Macoun, Jonathan, Mollie’s Delicious

  • These apples are great for apple sauce!

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When apples are cut they begin to brown sometimes making them unappealing to eat. Read below for a few tips on how to prevent apples from turning brown once they’ve been cut! Share with us how you stop your apples from turning brown!

  • Brush or dip apples in lemon juice
  • Sprinkle apples in ascorbic acid (vitamin C) crystals
  • Wrap a rubber band around the sliced apple to keep it together

 

Not sure how many apples to purchase when your recipe calls for a certain measurement? Afraid to purchase too many or not enough?

Below is a guide that you can use to show you how much one apple of various sizes can provide for your recipe. Use this to help you decide how many apples you will need to purchase.

 

1 small apple equals:

-3/4 cup sliced or chopped

-3/4 cup finely chopped

-1/2 cup grated

-1/3 cup sauce

 

1 medium apple equals:

-1 1/3 cups sliced or chopped

-1 cup finely chopped

-3/4 cup grated

-1/2 cup sauce

 

1 large apple equals:

-2 cups sliced or chopped

-1 1/4 cups finely chopped

-1 cups grated

-3/4 cup sauce

Nutty Apple Rings

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Apple Rings make the perfect after school snack this fall season! Let your kids help spread on the peanut butter by using a popsicle stick instead of a knife!


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  1. Wash and core apple.
  2. Slide apple into rings.
  3. Spread peanut butter evenly on the apple slices and top with raisins and walnuts.
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Nutty Apple Rings Nutrition Facts Serving size (136g) servings per container 2 Amount per serving Calories 190 % Daily Value Total Fat 11 g 14 % Saturated Fat 2 g 10 % Trans Fat 0 g Cholesterol 0 mg 0 % Sodium 70 mg 3 % Total Carbohydrate 23 g 8 % Dietary Fiber 4 g 14 % Total Sugars 16 g Added Sugars 1 g 2 % Protein 5 g Vitamin D 0 mcg 0 % Calcium 20 mg 2 % Iron 1 mg 6 % Potassium 259 mg 6 %

 

Fruit Clafoutis

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Baking at home is a great way to make healthy modifications to your favorite desserts! Our fruit clafoutis offers just that with a delicious recipe lower in calories, added sugar, and fat. Try our version of fruit clafoutis with our ingredient of the week or with your favorite fruit!


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  1. In a 9x9 round baking pan, place the pre-made pie crust and press down to mold it to the pan.
  2. Place your fruit of choice evenly around the bottom of the pan. For fruit like blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, and cherries just rinse and dry the fruit. For fruit like pears, apples, and plums, you will want to wash, core, and slice the fruit, and peel if you prefer.
  3. In a large bowl mix the milk, eggs, vanilla, sugar, and flour together. Then pour evenly over fruit and crust.
  4. Bake in the oven at 375 degrees for 35 to 40 minutes or until an inserted fork comes out clean.
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Banana Apple Muffins

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This banana-apple muffin is a yummy way to provide a nutritious start to your family’s day or as a snack to refuel kids after school. The whole-wheat base, and mix of applesauce and bananas, makes these muffins an easy way to incorporate whole grains and fruit into your day. We like to pair a muffin with fruit and low-fat yogurt for a simple, yet filling breakfast. After school, this muffin and a side of fruit is perfect served alongside homework!

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  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  2. Wash your hands and clean your cooking area.
  3. Combine white whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
  4. Whisk applesauce, milk, sugar, vanilla, and egg until well combined. Gently add bananas to wet ingredients.
  5. Fold flour mixture into wet ingredients, just until combined.
  6. Divide muffin batter among 12 lined muffin tins.
  7. Bake 18-20 minutes, until cooked through.
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Apple and Leek Pork Chops

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Sweet and savory pork chops! This recipe comes together in under 30 minutes and is perfect for fall or beyond!

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  1. Heat skillet with olive oil, season pork chops with pepper, and brown chops in oil for 3 to 4 minutes. Turn chops; add apple and leak, Cook for 3 to 4 minutes.
  2. Add Rosemary, orange peel, and apple juice and bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 3 minutes.
  3. Combine cornstarch , water, and salt until smooth; add to skillet. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.
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