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Post by creativecardsender on Oct 18, 2009 14:26:03 GMT -5
Just came home from Meijer's with a 1/2 peck of red delicious apples. Anyone know how many varieties of apples are grown in Michigan? The bag says 14. Linda |
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Post by Kevin on Oct 19, 2009 1:20:12 GMT -5
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Post by creativecardsender on Oct 19, 2009 5:45:30 GMT -5
Thanks Kevin, there were two apples listed that were not on the side of this Meijer apple bag--
Northern Spy and Cortland
I've never heard of them before. My favorite apple for eating is the Red Delicious, but for inside a pie, I like the Braeburn and the Gala. I like sweet, juicy and a bit crunchy apples. The Empire is a combination of sweet and tart. Not one I would normally purchase.
Each apple has a different appeal/taste. Anyone have a favorite?
Linda
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Post by Kevin on Oct 19, 2009 12:42:01 GMT -5
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Post by Mary Smith on Oct 19, 2009 14:35:01 GMT -5
Last week i bought 1/2 peck of apples, about 8 or so good sized ones, I can't remember but i think they were Gala's.
Any way on Saturday, my grandson Eli was over and we decided to make an apple pie. He was the ingredient mixer. So after all the slicing and mixing, we started to fill our pie crust. We had WAY too many slices, but we mounded them up. ( a few kept disappearing....) When we put on the top crust, it tore, and didn't quite seal right and it was quite bumpy. We called in the ugliest pie I'd ever made.
After it baked, Eli made the pronouncement that "all we have to do Grandma is make the ugliest pies that's how they taste the best!"
So what ever Apple you use, just make sure it's the ugliest looking pie. it will be delicious ;D
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Post by Sue Renaud on Oct 19, 2009 17:04:10 GMT -5
LOL Mary I think your grandson is right! Ugly pies do taste best!!
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Post by sarahandrews on Oct 20, 2009 19:59:17 GMT -5
Whew! Now all the pressure's off! Thanks, Eli!
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Post by sarahandrews on Oct 20, 2009 20:03:00 GMT -5
Cortland is my favorite from growing up. They are much more popular back East. My parents from MA introduced us to them. Though Fuji are quick rising to the top of the list. (Introduced to me by Leanna Bronni of Bronni Vision, International) ;D ;D
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Post by Laura Wyatt on Oct 20, 2009 20:26:11 GMT -5
The Bronni clan turned me on to Fuji too..... love them!
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Post by gs3835 on Oct 21, 2009 13:24:16 GMT -5
My favorite is the Red Delicious apple and Greg's is the Granny Smith. This time of year I really enjoy Apple Cider warmed up with a Cinnamon stick, And Munchkin Donuts.
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Post by sandinapolgar on Oct 21, 2009 13:47:27 GMT -5
The best apple for eating is the Braeburn or McIntosh....juicy!! I think Red Delicious are waxy and tasteless in comparison....not really delicious at all. All the farmstand apples are great right now....bugholes and all!
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Post by chefbrian on Oct 21, 2009 15:51:23 GMT -5
Judged an apple pie contest a couple weeks ago, 13 entries. Had enough pie for a while. Ate a fresh one today. Very good.
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Post by sarahandrews on Oct 21, 2009 15:52:48 GMT -5
So, to the chefs in the group: What are the recommended apples for baking? (pies, cake, etc.)
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Post by LeannaBronni on Oct 21, 2009 16:11:11 GMT -5
Wow - I didn't realize I was so influential!Yes, fujis are fantastic for munching all by themselves, or with some peanut butter!
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