Tired of the same old apple recipe? Looking for unique ways to use your apples? Try some of these fantastic ideas!
- Apple-flavoured BBQ sauce
- Spice up your meat with the sweet and tart taste of apples. One of my favorite recipes can be found here:
http://www.epicurean.com/featured/apple-city-barbecue-sauce-recipe.html
- Autumn Table Decor/Centerpiece
Dress up your table for fall and feature a variety of apples for your guests. Check out Real Simple for some great photos: http://simplystated.realsimple.com/2009/02/27/fresh-apple-par/
- Tangy Apple Salsa
Add to a burger, on the side with meat, or enjoy with pita chips. Try this quick an easy recipe by Rachael Ray: http://www.rachaelraymag.com/recipes/rachael-ray-magazine-recipe-search/appetizer-starter-recipes/green-apple-salsa
- Apple Candles
A simple yet beautiful way to decorate your living space. Carve a circular hole in the top of an apple and insert a tea light to get a glowing effect.
- Shrunken Apple Heads
Get ready for Halloween and have a good laugh! Martha Stewart gives a step by step guide on how to make these silly yet frightening heads! http://www.marthastewart.com/268080/shrunken-apple-heads
- Apples in Sandwiches
Yum! Add a little extra to your sandwich. Try slices of apples in a peanut butter and jam sandwich or on a turkey and swiss with Dijon mustard.
- Apple Stamps
Perfect for the kids! Add a personal touch to holiday cards and gift wrap: http://www.marthastewart.com/267433/apple-prints
- Apple Bird Feeders
Get crafty and feed the birds with this nature-friendly feeder: http://thismummaslife.com/2011/11/02/apple-bird-feeders/
- Apple Potpourri
Fill your home with the sweet smells of apple, cinnamon and nutmeg. Try this easy recipe just in time for fall: http://twiceremembered.blogspot.ca/2009/09/fall-favorite-simmering-apple-potpourri.html
- Pickled Apples
Pickling isn’t just for cucumbers. Try this quick recipe: http://food52.com/recipes/16743-quick-pickled-apples