Before we turn into all things pumpkin for October, we have to give apples their spotlight. Many people are starting to take advantage of the fall harvest, venturing to the apple orchards for apple picking. However, what should we do with all those bushels of apples? We can't let them go to waste because, there are at least 34 science-backed health benefits of apples. Make Apple Butter! This recipe for homemade apple butter only requires a slow cooker. It'll yield enough butter to freeze for months and has been a family favorite for … [Read more...]
Apple Butter
September 29, 2015 By Leave a Comment
I always loved going apple picking with my kids when they were toddlers. It was a fall activity we wouldn't miss once the bathing suits were packed away and the routine of school finally kicked in. However, now that my kids are older, our weekends are jam-packed with sports and other social activities. Sadly, for me, apply picking and pumpkin picking have moved away from the trees at the orchards and have moved to the farm stands dotting the New York City streets. But, I'm always happy when I get freshly-picked apples direct from the … [Read more...]
Reaping the Benefits of the Fall Apple Harvest
October 5, 2011 By 9 Comments
It finally feels like fall. There’s a subtle chill in the air, shorts and t-shirts have been traded in for pants and long-sleeves, and U-PICK signs are dotted alongside many of the farms throughout the small towns of Long Island. This year, apple picking took on a different meaning for me. In addition to creating a wonderful family activity and an effortless science lesson, I was also searching for those perfect ripe apples to help recreate some of Mom’s recipes from her collection. I’ve definitely got food on the brain. Like any city folk … [Read more...]
