Fall in Colorado brings crisp mornings, golden aspens, and baskets of freshly picked apples. While Washington may be the top apple-growing state, Colorado has its own proud history of apple orchards, especially on the Western Slope around Paonia, Hotchkiss, and Cedaredge. The high-altitude climate—warm days, cool nights, and low humidity—creates apples with an intense sweetness […]
Drying Fruit
Drying fruit can be a rewarding activity. It is a simple and safe introduction to preserving food. The result is a healthy, tasty snack. Drying food, sometimes called dehydrating, is one way to make food last longer. The process of dehydration can inspire creativity because dried fruit has very different flavors and textures compared to […]
Enjoy an Apple for Health
You’ve heard, “An apple a day will keep the doctor away.” While it will certainly take more than a daily apple to keep you healthy, it is a step in the right direction. Apples are delicious, easy to carry for snacking, low in calories, a natural mouth freshener, and widely available at markets, grocery stores, […]
