Fall Apple Recipes Abound

Apples are ubiquitous this time of year. So many colors and flavors to choose from; at least one bag can be found in almost every Northern Michigan refrigerator for the next couple months. And yet, beyond fresh eating and apple pie, how often are they used? The tart-sweet nature of apples allows them to be used in all kinds of ways in the kitchen. Take these ideas and run with them. Just make sure to use full-flavored, local varieties! (please click the recipe name or images below to go to the recipe)

A Few Other Apple-y Ideas To Try...

• Apple-Cheddar Omelet with fresh herbs

• Apples in oatmeal

• Fried apples with breakfast

• Apples slices in sandwiches: from Italian subs to peanut butter and jelly

• Apple “crackers” for cheese

• Apples with cornmeal—add to cheesy polenta or cornbread

• Apples in tossed salads with carrots and nuts

• Apples added to root vegetable soups or roasts