By now you have probably heard about Arctic® apples, but are probably still wondering what exactly are Arctic® apples? Let me share some important information about Arctic® apples, I learned from visiting their farms, so you can become well informed.
Arctic® apples are basically the same popular varieties you already know and love, with one major advantage: Arctic® apples won’t brown when sliced, bitten or even bruised!
How did the agricultural bioengineer figure out this apple? Neal Carter, an apple and cherry farmer, and his wife saw the need when they realized that apple consumption was declining while obesity rates continued to rise. After much work they figured out a nonbrowning apple could be developed simply by turning off the enzyme that causes apples to brown, while keeping everything else you love about apples – their nutritional value and great taste.
Let’s talk about why Arctic® apples are truly amazing apples you will want to try:
Using less
• Fewer apples wasted, which results in fewer acres needed
• Reduce food loss because it delivers higher quality apples
• More apples make it into stores using the same amount of water and fuel
• Preservative free
Wasting less
• Currently, 40% of apples never get eaten
• Children will eat more apples when sliced and not brown
• Slices stay fresh and tasty
• Eliminate superficial bruising
Getting more
• Arctic® apples maintain the nutritional goodness – browning typically “burns up” antioxidants and vitamin C in conventional apples
• Arctic® apples maintain their fresh apple flavor and crunch
• They bring convenience – the10oz. grab ‘n go bag of fresh cut Arctic® apple slices means they’re ready to eat anywhere
Why people are excited about Arctic® apples?
• Reduced waste
• Ready to eat
• Wholesome
• Fresh and appealing
• Preservative free
Pick them when you see them in your supermarket. Arctic® apples are just as safe and healthy as all apples – enjoy!
Here is my favorite recipe where you can try using the Arctic® apples
Fresh Apple Crisp
6 cups peeled, thinly spliced apples
¼ cup water
¼ cup brown sugar, firmly packed
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Topping
1 cup oats (quick or old fashioned), uncooked
½ cup walnuts or almonds, chopped, optional
¼ cup brown sugar, firmly packed
¼ cup (1/2 stick) butter or margarine
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Whipped cream or vanilla ice cream, optional
Preparation
1. Heat oven to 350 degrees F.
2. In a large bowl, combine, apples, water, sugar, flour and cinnamon; stir until apples are coated. Spoon into a pie pan or an 8-inch squared baking dish.
3. In a small bowl, combine topping ingredients; mix well and sprinkle evenly over apples.
4. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until apples are tender. Serve warm with whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.
Serves: 9 servings
