Guest guest Posted October 10, 2003 Report Share Posted October 10, 2003 Anybody make their own applesauce? I am planning on making some but am not sure which varieties of apples are best for good applesauce. I live in California, so any varieties that grow in California would be best, so that I can try and buy local. Thanks. Rachael Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 13, 2003 Report Share Posted October 13, 2003 Hi, This isn't traditional " applesauce " , but it's a great quick and easy alternative called Fruit Salsa. The chips are optional - great for an appetizer or dessert, but you can eat the salsa just like applesauce. I usually use gala apples, but any kind will work. Fruit Salsa & Chips This makes for an excellent appetizer, a fabulous dessert, or a healthy snack! Very easy! Kids can also eat this just like applesauce. 1. Fruit Salsa Put in medium bowl: 2 apples, finely chopped 1 10 oz. bag frozen organic strawberries, chopped 2 kiwi, peeled & chopped Add a little orange juice or guava juice if needed for consistency. (I chop each type of fruit individually in a food processor to save time. Mix well. Refrigerate. 2. Tortilla Chips Wet 8-12 flour tortilla shells - just hold under the faucet and then shake off excess water. Sprinkle with cinnamon and sugar. Cut into triangles. Separate and place in single layer on cookie sheet. Bake at 400 degrees for 8 minutes. Cool and store in air-tight container. Click here for a printable version: http://pweb.netcom.com/~rbendick/HMHF/recipes/fruitsalsa.htm I hope you enjoy it! Connie Bendickson www.HealthyMomsHealthyFamilies.com smartgirl27us [thesmartfamily3] Friday, October 10, 2003 3:12 PM Apples for applesauce Anybody make their own applesauce? I am planning on making some but am not sure which varieties of apples are best for good applesauce. I live in California, so any varieties that grow in California would be best, so that I can try and buy local. Thanks. Rachael Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 13, 2003 Report Share Posted October 13, 2003 I made some with red delicious apples and it turned out very tasty. I just added a bit of cinnamon to them and yummmmm! - " smartgirl27us " <thesmartfamily3 Friday, October 10, 2003 4:11 PM Apples for applesauce Anybody make their own applesauce? I am planning on making some but am not sure which varieties of apples are best for good applesauce. I live in California, so any varieties that grow in California would be best, so that I can try and buy local. Thanks. Rachael For more information about vegetarianism, please visit the VRG website at http://www.vrg.org and for materials especially useful for families go to http://www.vrg.org/family. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 13, 2003 Report Share Posted October 13, 2003 Anybody make their own applesauce? I am planning on making some but am not sure which varieties of apples are best for good applesauce. Rachael, This is dependant on your tastes. Do you prefer a sweet sauce or a tart sauce. I've made applesauce with Granny Smith apples and I love it. Though I prefer the tart taste. You can use macintosh or galas if you want a sweeter sauce. I don't know the varieties in CA. I was spoiled when I lived in NY state and know the varieties here on the east coast. Peace, Laura Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 14, 2003 Report Share Posted October 14, 2003 --- smsmartgirlus <ththesmartfamily> wrote: > Anybody make their own applesauce? I am planning on > making some but > am not sure which varieties of apples are best for > good applesauce. > I live in California, so any varieties that grow in > California would > be best, so that I can try and buy local. Thanks. > > Rachael > > > I would try a combination of apples. It adds varied texture and taste. This is how my family enjoys it. Just my 2 cents..... The New with improved product search Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 15, 2003 Report Share Posted October 15, 2003 Yes, that is how I was planning on doing it. Its actually a family recipe/method of making applesauce that I have but it doesnt include which varieties of apples are best for applesauce. I actually looked on the internet yesterday and came up with McIntosh, Galas, Fujis, and Braeburns as being good for applesauce - though I know there are others too. I will probobly use at least three varieties, maybe four. > > I would try a combination of apples. It adds varied > texture and taste. This is how my family enjoys it. > Just my 2 cents..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 16, 2003 Report Share Posted October 16, 2003 > > I just put Gala apples or red delicious apple in the blender and blend > until > > smooth with no sweeteners or other ingredients and may heat them to put on > > top of pancakes. My toddler loves this applesauce warm or cold. > > > > - > > " smartgirl27us " <thesmartfamily3 > > > > Friday, October 10, 2003 4:11 PM > > Apples for applesauce > > > > > > Anybody make their own applesauce? I am planning on making some but > > am not sure which varieties of apples are best for good applesauce. > > I live in California, so any varieties that grow in California would > > be best, so that I can try and buy local. Thanks. > > > > Rachael > > > > > > > > > > For more information about vegetarianism, please visit the VRG website at > > http://www.vrg.org and for materials especially useful for families go to > > http://www.vrg.org/family. > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 16, 2003 Report Share Posted October 16, 2003 Connie Thanks for the apple salsa recipe. Can't wait to try it. http://www.lyndfruitfarm.com/ohio.htm Here's a link to an apple guide. It is for Ohio apples but the varieties of apples are listed and which are best for pies, sauce, etc. Our favorite apples are Melrose. They make the best pies. I am not sure how hard they are to find outside of Ohio. In OH we get them in later in the apple season. Peace, Joann, Lon, and Quinn (2) > > > smartgirl27us > [thesmartfamily3] > Friday, October 10, 2003 3:12 PM > > Apples for applesauce > > > Anybody make their own applesauce? I am planning > on making some but > am not sure which varieties of apples are best for > good applesauce. > I live in California, so any varieties that grow > in California would > be best, so that I can try and buy local. Thanks. > > Rachael > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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