
SELECTION | STORAGE | NUTRITION | IDEAS | RECIPES | HANDOUTS
Apples are fruit that grow on trees. There are several varieties of apples including Honeycrisp, Granny Smith, Gala, Fuji, Pink Lady, and more.
HOW DO I MAKE A GOOD SELECTION?
Choose firm, shiny, and smooth-skinned apples. Avoid apples with shriveled skins, bruises, worm holes. Scarring on the skin of the apple is fine.
WHAT IS THE PROPER STORAGE?
Room temperature such as in a pantry or in a cupboard (50 to 70 °F) for 3 weeks. In the refrigerator at 40 °F or below for 4-6 weeks.
WHY SHOULD I EAT THIS?
Apples are a good source of potassium, which helps with muscle movements and keeps your heart healthy. They also contain Vitamin C, which helps heal cuts and wounds. Apple skins are a good source of fiber which helps with digestion.
HOW COULD I USE THIS?
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Make applesauce
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Dip sliced apples in peanut butter or another nut butter as a snack
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Add to a Thanksgiving stuffing
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Add to fruit salsa
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Make an apple chutney to top a pork chop or chicken
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Add to a smoothie
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Add apples to a fruit salad
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Add chopped apples to a salad with greens
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Make a pie
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Make an apple crisp
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Make cinnamon apple muffins
Download Handouts & Recipe Cards
Check out these handouts and recipe cards. You can download and print these resources to use in your educational programs. The first page of each handout has general information about the produce item. The second page includes different recipe options. Recipe cards print 4 recipes per page. The first page includes the photo of the recipe and the second page includes ingredients and directions.
Source:
- Fruit and Veggie Fact Sheets, UNL Nutrition Education Program
- Seasonal Produce Guide - Apples, SNAP-Ed Connection
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