Types of apples
2500 varieties of apples are grown in the United States and 7500 varieties of apples are grown throughout the world.
There are several types of apples. Some of the most common types are:
Red Delicious, Golden Delicious, Fuji, Jonagold, Granny Smith, Cripps Pink, Gala,
Braeburn, Cameo. Each type of apple has a distinct color and flavor.
Apple nutrition
Apples are a great source of both soluble and insoluble fiber . Soluble fiber such as pectin helps prevent cholesterol buildup in the lining of blood vessel walls. The insoluble fiber in apples provides bulk in the intestinal tract which helps hold water to cleanse and move food quickly through the digestive system.
One medium 2-1/2 inch apple, fresh, raw, with skin
Calories 81
Carbohydrate 21 grams
Dietary Fiber 4 grams
Soluble Fiber
Insoluble fiber
Calcium 10 mg
Phosphorus 10 mg
Iron .25 mg
Sodium 0.00 mg
Potassium 159 mg
Vitamin C 8 mg
Vitamin A 73 IU
Folate 4 mcg
How to pick the perfect apple.Easy!!!
An apple's skin should be shiny, not dull. Dull appearing apples won't be crisp and tasty.
Apples should be firm and free of bruises and punctures.
How to store apples
To keep apples crisp, store keep apples refrigerated at about 32 degrees Fahrenheit.
How to prepare apples
Prepare apple dishes just before serving to minimize browning. Protect cut apples from browning by dipping them into a solution of one part citrus juice and three parts water.
Apple Tasting
Next time you go to the grocery store with your child, point out all the different kinds of apples. Tell your child their names. Buy a few different kinds, and when you get home, let your child try them. Ask your child how each one tastes, how each one is different, and which one is his or her favorite. To add to the fun, purchase or make different things that are made from apples, such as applesauce, dried apples, apple pie, apple butter, and apple cider. Let children sample the treats.
Make Your Own Applesauce
Applesauce is easy to make. Five pounds of apples makes about 2 quarts of applesauce. Peel, core and slice apples into quarters. Put slices in a pot and partially cover with water. Boil apples until they are soft. Let children use a potato masher to mash the apples to make applesauce. Add sugar and cinnamon to taste.
Apple Bundt Cake Recipe
2 cups of sugar
Rind of 1 lemon
4 medium or large eggs
1 cup of vegetable oil
1 tsp vanilla
2 cups of flour
1/2 tsp allspice
1/2 tsp nutmeg
2 tsp baking powder
2 tsp baking soda
1 tsp salt
1 tsp cinnamon
3 large tart apples, grated
1/2 cup of raisins
Serves approximately 12 people (depending upon individual appetites)
Directions:
Mix the sugar and lemon rind quickly in the food processor.
Add eggs and blend until it becomes a nice cream.
Continue blending while slowly adding the oil.
Blend until it is well mixed then add the vanilla.
In a separate bowl sift the dry ingredients all together (flour, allspice, nutmeg, baking powder, baking soda, salt and cinnamon).
Mix the dry ingredients slowly into the batter blending until it becomes a nice thick cream.
Add grated apples and blend quickly into batter just to mix. Be sure not to overblend as this may shred the apples too much.
Add raisins and pulse the processor as to just mix them in and not shred them.
Bake for 55 minutes at 325°F or until sticking a knife center comes out clean.
2500 varieties of apples are grown in the United States and 7500 varieties of apples are grown throughout the world.
There are several types of apples. Some of the most common types are:
Red Delicious, Golden Delicious, Fuji, Jonagold, Granny Smith, Cripps Pink, Gala,
Braeburn, Cameo. Each type of apple has a distinct color and flavor.
Apple nutrition
Apples are a great source of both soluble and insoluble fiber . Soluble fiber such as pectin helps prevent cholesterol buildup in the lining of blood vessel walls. The insoluble fiber in apples provides bulk in the intestinal tract which helps hold water to cleanse and move food quickly through the digestive system.
One medium 2-1/2 inch apple, fresh, raw, with skin
Calories 81
Carbohydrate 21 grams
Dietary Fiber 4 grams
Soluble Fiber
Insoluble fiber
Calcium 10 mg
Phosphorus 10 mg
Iron .25 mg
Sodium 0.00 mg
Potassium 159 mg
Vitamin C 8 mg
Vitamin A 73 IU
Folate 4 mcg
How to pick the perfect apple.Easy!!!
An apple's skin should be shiny, not dull. Dull appearing apples won't be crisp and tasty.
Apples should be firm and free of bruises and punctures.
How to store apples
To keep apples crisp, store keep apples refrigerated at about 32 degrees Fahrenheit.
How to prepare apples
Prepare apple dishes just before serving to minimize browning. Protect cut apples from browning by dipping them into a solution of one part citrus juice and three parts water.
Apple Tasting
Next time you go to the grocery store with your child, point out all the different kinds of apples. Tell your child their names. Buy a few different kinds, and when you get home, let your child try them. Ask your child how each one tastes, how each one is different, and which one is his or her favorite. To add to the fun, purchase or make different things that are made from apples, such as applesauce, dried apples, apple pie, apple butter, and apple cider. Let children sample the treats.
Make Your Own Applesauce
Applesauce is easy to make. Five pounds of apples makes about 2 quarts of applesauce. Peel, core and slice apples into quarters. Put slices in a pot and partially cover with water. Boil apples until they are soft. Let children use a potato masher to mash the apples to make applesauce. Add sugar and cinnamon to taste.
Apple Bundt Cake Recipe
2 cups of sugar
Rind of 1 lemon
4 medium or large eggs
1 cup of vegetable oil
1 tsp vanilla
2 cups of flour
1/2 tsp allspice
1/2 tsp nutmeg
2 tsp baking powder
2 tsp baking soda
1 tsp salt
1 tsp cinnamon
3 large tart apples, grated
1/2 cup of raisins
Serves approximately 12 people (depending upon individual appetites)
Directions:
Mix the sugar and lemon rind quickly in the food processor.
Add eggs and blend until it becomes a nice cream.
Continue blending while slowly adding the oil.
Blend until it is well mixed then add the vanilla.
In a separate bowl sift the dry ingredients all together (flour, allspice, nutmeg, baking powder, baking soda, salt and cinnamon).
Mix the dry ingredients slowly into the batter blending until it becomes a nice thick cream.
Add grated apples and blend quickly into batter just to mix. Be sure not to overblend as this may shred the apples too much.
Add raisins and pulse the processor as to just mix them in and not shred them.
Bake for 55 minutes at 325°F or until sticking a knife center comes out clean.
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