Freezing tends to soften apple texture, so use firm-fleshed cooking apple varieties suitable for pie and freeze them shortly after harvesting. Apples that have been in storage for long periods may ...

If you went overboard apple picking, don’t panic. This is the simplest way to store apples long-term. Simply Recipes / Laurel Randolph I love apple picking. It signals the beginning of my favorite ...

Technically, you could freeze apples whole, but they will be tricky to chop and use when frozen. The better route is to cut your apples before freezing, preferably, in the shape you’ll cook with them ...

Is it really fall if you don’t bake at least one apple pie? Whether you prefer a traditional double crust, a pretty lattice topping, or a buttery, crumbly streusel, apple pie is the hallmark of fall ...

What's the best way to freeze apples? Apples for pies can be frozen by boiling them in water for 2 minutes, then cooling them in ice water and packing them into freezer bags. You also can make apple ...

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Henderson County orchards are renowned for their plentiful apple yields, but this season they've faced a challenge in the form of a spring freeze. Terry Kelley, county Cooperative Extension director ...