Apples, Liberty | Pfenning’s Ontario Organic

Description

Liberty apples have a sweet-tart flavor suited for fresh and cooked preparations. The variety is typically consumed straight out of hand, and the skin can be eaten or discarded, depending on preference. Liberty apples can also be shredded into slaws, chopped into salads, diced into fruit medleys, or layered in sandwiches as a crunchy addition. Try adding Liberty apples as a topping over oatmeal, pancakes, or parfaits or blending into smoothies and juices for a sweet and tangy taste. In addition to fresh preparations, Liberty apples hold their shape when cooked and are popularly baked whole, stuffed with spices, brown sugar, and nuts. The apples can also be incorporated into tarts, pies, muffins, and bread, sauteed with browned butter and spices, or stewed to create a decadent dessert. In the Northeastern United States, Liberty apples are pureed into applesauce and are served with roasted meats as a side dish. The variety is also roasted with root vegetables or minced into stuffing. Liberty apples pair well with nuts such as almonds, walnuts, and pecans, spices including cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg, meats such as beef, pork, and poultry, and herbs including rosemary, thyme, mint, and parsley. Whole, unwashed Liberty apples will keep for 3 to 4 months when stored in a cool, dry, and dark place such as a cellar or refrigerator.

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