Fresh picked apples will have the best flavor and an extra crisp texture. For fresh picked apples, visit local apple farms and farmers' markets during the harvest season in your location. Buy apples that are brightly colored, firm, and free of bruises or damaged skin. If the flesh gives under pressure, the apple will be soft. The skin on the apple should be taut and show no signs of shriveling. Select individual apples over pre-bagged apples so that you can see what you are selecting and have an opportunity to smell the apples to make sure they have a fresh smell and are not musty.
The different types of apples are graded according to their size and quality. The higher the grade, the more expensive the apple. The end use of the apple will determine the variety of apple you should buy. See the chart below to select the best variety for your needs. For best results, place apples in a perforated plastic bag, sprinkle with water and store in the coldest area of the refrigerator for 2 to 3 weeks. Apples give off a gas called ethylene that speeds up ripening, so they should be kept away from other fruits and vegetables to prevent them from ripening prematurely.
Apples can be stored at room temperature for a short period of time but should be checked regularly because they will ripen more rapidly than if stored in the refrigerator. To store fresh picked apples for a long period of time, wrap them in paper and place folded side down in a single layer on a tray.
Store in a cool, dark, dry place. Check frequently to see if any apples have begun to rot. Dried apples can be stored in a sealed plastic bag in the refrigerator for an indefinite period of time. Ambrosia Apple. Baldwin Apple. Braeburn Apple.
Cameo Apple. A fairly new variety of apple that is thought to be a cross between Red and Golden Delicious apples. It has a creamy yellow colored background with red striping over it. The Cameo apple has crisp, juicy flesh with a sweet flavor and a touch of tartness. It is a good apple for snacking and to use fresh in salads. It is also a good cooking apple and makes great desserts.
The Cameo stores well when refrigerated. Connell Red Apple. Cortland Apple. Criterion Apple. Elstar Apple. Empire Apple. Fireside Apple. Fuji Apple. Ginger Gold Apple. Golden Russet Apple. Golden Supreme Apple. Granny Smith Apple. Gravenstein Apple. The chart below can be used as a quick reference when deciding which apple will be best for your particular needs. Apples come in many sizes and shapes, which makes it difficult at times to know what quantity to buy when a specific amount or size is called for.
The information below is provided to assist in figuring out how much or how many to buy. My Recipe Box. Join Now Sign In. All About Apples. How To's. Seasonal Tips. Seasonal Celebrations. Ham Tips. Turkey Tips. Garnishing and Food Presentation. Tasty Seasonings. Napkin Folds. Food Safety. Read Reviews 1. Provided By Mike Tapp. Uses: Apples can be eaten plain, made into sauce or jelly, or they can be included in a variety of salads, meat dishes, pies, and other desserts.
McIntosh, Jonathan, and Jonagold varieties are all considered good for applesauce, while Honeycrisp , Crimson King, and Katy types are often used for juicing or making cider. For baked apples, which need to retain their shape, Braeburn, Empire, and Rome apples are all excellent choices.
Eating apples and cooking apples can be substituted for one another, if necessary. If using a cooking apple in place of an eating one, people should be aware that the apple will probably be quite tart. Cooking apples can add acidity to salads or snacks, and as such are delicious with creamy ingredients such as goat cheese or Brie.
Eating apples can easily be used in pies or for other cooking, but cooks should lower the amount of any added sugar, as the apples will make up for it. Avoid giving your dog the seeds, as they contain cyanide, a toxic substance. When it comes to finding the best apple for your crisp, go with a crisp, tart variety that stands up well to baking, like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp. Golden Delicious is another great choice for crisp. One of the most popular tart apples, Granny Smiths are crisp and quite sour.
A cooking apple or culinary apple is an apple that is used primarily for cooking, as opposed to a dessert apple, which is eaten raw. Cooking apples are generally larger, and can be tarter than dessert varieties. Some varieties have a firm flesh that does not break down much when cooked. Country Living Shop. Shopping Guides. United States. Type keyword s to search.
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