From the Orchard to your Table...apple recipes

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Sweet Potato and Apple Bisque

 

Makes 6 servings

 

Ingredients:

1 tablespoon canola oil

2 cups chopped onion

2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes

2 tart apples, cored, peeled, cut into 1-inch cubes (about 12 ounces)

3 cups chicken or vegetable broth

3/4 cup apple juice

1 teaspoon each dried thyme and dried basil

1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Preparation:

 

In a large saucepan heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook

for about 3 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender. Add remaining

ingredients, cover partially and bring to a boil.

 

Reduce heat and simmer for about 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.

Cool slightly. In the bowl of a food processor or your blender, purée soup in

several batches until smooth. Return the soup to the pan and heat until warmed

through.

 

Thai Style Apple and Celery Salad

 

Makes 6 to 8 servings

 

Ingredients:

1/4 cup freshly squeezed lime juice

1 tablespoon sesame oil

1 tablespoon peanut butter

2 teaspoons sugar

1 teaspoon soy sauce

2 large apples, peeled and julienned

4 large celery stalks, julienned

1 bunch of cilantro, chopped (approximately 1 cup)

1/2 cup peanuts, chopped

Preparation:

 

Combine lime juice, sesame oil, peanut butter, sugar and soy sauce. Set aside.

 

In large bowl, combine apples, celery and cilantro. Add dressing and toss to

coat. Add peanuts and toss just before serving.

Apple and Cheese Tart

 

Makes 6 to 8 servings

 

Ingredients:

1 package frozen puff pastry, thawed

flour

sugar

1 egg, beaten with 1 tablespoon water

4 ounces cream cheese, softened

2 tablespoons sweetened condensed milk

1 teaspoon lemon juice

1/4 cup walnuts, chopped

2 medium apples, pared, cored and finely sliced

1/4 cup sugar

1 teaspoon cinnamon

2 tablespoons butter

1/4 cup apricot jam, strained

1 tablespoon brandy or apple juice

Preparation:

 

Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.

 

Roll out one sheet puff pastry on lightly-floured surface to make it flatter.

Using a plate as a guide, cut out largest disk of pastry possible. Sprinkle

lightly with sugar and place on parchment-lined sheet pan. Brush edges with egg

wash. Cut narrow strips of pastry from scraps or from second sheet of dough in

package and place around perimeter; cutting to fit. Brush entire pastry with egg

wash and set aside.

 

In small bowl, beat softened cream cheese, sweetened condensed milk and lemon

juice until smooth. Spread cheese mixture inside pastry borders evenly and

sprinkle with nuts. Layer apples onto cream cheese mixture in a circular

pattern. Cover evenly with sugar and cinnamon and dot with butter. Bake 30

minutes or until apples are tender and edges are golden brown.

 

Mix together strained jam and brandy or apple juice and warm in microwave for 30

seconds. Dab onto tart and allow to cool.

 

 

 

 

Beth

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published the recipe and who may have it copywrited (sp?). Plus it adds

a bit of interest to the genesis of the recipe. Its often a web site

where interested readers can get more info if they're curious.

 

 

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