This lovely blend of apples, butternut squash and curry is just so yummy! This autumn soup is very creamy even though it is very low in fat. It is even tastier if made in advance and refrigerated before pureeing in blender and reheated when ready to serve, but it isn’t necessary. I served this creamy luscious soup as an appetizer in a demi-tasse for a Fall evening ... Read More »
Harvest Apple Cake
I love to make this cake during the apple-picking season when my kids (and especially my husband) go crazy and I end up with a ”ton” of apples from every variety! No matter which ones I mix together, macouns, golden delicious, gala, McIntosh, you name it…it doesn’t seem to matter, it always comes out just right—rich and moist and just delicious! Oh, and one more thing I love ... Read More »
The Sweetness of Apples
Apples are so sweet in all the ways that warm the heart! Apples feel like home to me! They conjure up autumn days and memories of our family's apple picking tradition at our local orchard every year. I remember the kids (and David!) triumphantly dragging back their bags filled to the rim with apples (with David always winning the DUAP prize, otherwise known as the Katz ... Read More »
Simply Cinnamon Apples
This is one simple, no fuss, nothing fancy, little "recipe" to put your apples to good use, whatever variety you have on hand. It's one of those go-to-snacks that can satisfy that sweet-tooth craving but with no added sugar....NONE! The apples will release the necessary moisture on their own and create their own sweet cinnamon & clove condensed juice! They keep their ... Read More »
Apple Prune Chicken
I often use dried fruit in my savory sauces to create a luscious glaze and in this case, I used unsweetened prunes. They simmer together with the apples and apple cider in the oven and the combination achieves a fat-free richness that is finger-licking delicious! This simple dish is quick and easy and is an absolute delight! I like to serve it over quinoa, along with ... Read More »
Apple Almond Cobbler
Another classic to put all your apples to use! This is another easy fool-proof recipe that is a little more time-consuming than my Peach Almond Cobbler or my Strawberry Apple hazelnut Cobbler. That's because the apples have to cook first in their own juices before baking, so that they are perfectly moist. This makes them so sweet and flavorful. In fact, there is no added ... Read More »
French Apple Tart
I have never before been satisfied with so-called-healthy versions of apple tarts! In the several versions that I have tried, the crust doesn’t hold together well and the apples are typically dry. I say “never”--that is, until I created this one! This sweet crust is a nutritionally upgraded version of a classic “pâte sablée” which is typically made with white flour and lots ... Read More »
Rustic Plum Galette
Galettes are the crusty free-form versions of those more sophisticated tarts or pies. They are more rustic and "rough around the edges" so you can just eat a slice with your hands--no need for forks here! I just love them! The only problem for me is that the traditional ones are made with plain white flour and lots of butter. In fact, I had just resigned myself to the ... Read More »
Apple Honey Panini
This is a simply delicious little panini! It's just made with Simply Cinnamon Apples, Greek yogurt and a little honey. But watch out! It's all in the ingredients you choose: I use wholegrain bread (here is another one I like too) that is high in fiber, low in salt, low in sugar, and has no partially hydrogenated oils (even has lentils, and you know how I feel about those!), ... Read More »
Rustic Apple Cranberry Galette
Here is a variation on my rustic galette theme (sounds like I should have Bach playing in the background!). This one is with apples, fresh cranberries and a sprinkle of cinnamon! YUM! I also make it with fresh plums, apricots, peaches, you name it! Galettes are the crusty free-form versions of those more sophisticated tarts or pies. They are more rustic and "rough around the ... Read More »
