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McIntosh Apples

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This item was last sold on : 10/01/20

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Description/Taste

McIntosh apples are vivid red brushed with bright green, oftentimes speckled with white lenticels (spots). The amount of red or green on the skin of the McIntosh will vary depending on when it was harvested. Early season apples will have more green and later season will sometimes be almost all red. The flavor as well will vary, with the later season apples taking on a slightly sweeter taste than those picked earlier in the season. The McIntosh apples crisp flesh is exceptionally juicy and bright white in color. When first picked the flavor of the McIntosh apple has a strong sweet-tart taste with nuances of spice, this flavor will mellow slightly in cold storage.

Seasons/Availability

McIntosh apples are available in the fall and early winter.

Current Facts

While the exact parental origin of the McIntosh apple is unknown it is known to be a relative of many popular new varieties such as the Empire, Cortland, Liberty, Macoun, Lobo and Spartan.

Nutritional Value

McIntosh apples are low in calories, high in water content and offer a fair amount of vitamins A, C and B. They also contain a dietary fiber known as pectin, which has been shown to lower cholesterol levels and trace amounts of boron, which has been touted for its ability to help build strong bones.

Applications

McIntosh apples can be used cooked or raw and in both sweet and savory preparations. Add slices atop a pizza or tart, use chopped as a stuffing or puree and add to a soup. The flesh of the McIntosh apple is delicate and will breakdown when cooked. Pair with dense apples such as Granny Smith, Rome, Green Dragon or Fuji to make pie filling or slow cook to make sauces and chutney. Diced McIntosh will add sweetness and moisture to cakes, breads and cookies. Their slightly spicy flavor and juiciness makes them a perfect apple for use in juice and cider. Its flavor pairs well with maple, pecans, celery, pork, blackberries, cherries, cinnamon, nutmeg and flavorful cheeses such as feta, gorgonzola and sharp cheddar.

Geography/History

In 1811 when clearing the land on his farm in the Matilda township of Ontario, Canada John McIntosh discovered several unidentified tree seedlings growing. The trees were transplanted and grown on the family's land. One of the trees produced an apple that was noted to be of exceptional quality and was given the family name, McIntosh as its own. The McIntosh family played an integral part in distributing both the McIntosh apples and apple trees. Thriving in cold climates, today the McIntosh apple is a popularly grown variety in Canada and throughout the midwest and northeast United States.

Recipe Ideas

Recipes that include McIntosh Apples. One

is easiest, three is harder.

Saveur		Fennel and Garlic Crusted Pork Roast with Warm Quince and Apple Compote
The Spruce		Caramel Apple Cinnamon Rolls
The Spruce		Skull Caramel Apples
Running to the Kitchen		Butternut Squash and Apple Rice Bake
Italian Recipe Book		Caramel Apple Pie Taquitos
Fresh Times		Curried Parsnip and Apple Soup
Foodista		Baked Chicken w/ Cinnamon Apples
Skinny Miss		Balsamic Glazed Pork with Apples, Green Beans, and Carrots
Real Simple		Apple and Cheddar Fritters
Eating Rules		Slow-Cooker Cran-Apple Butter

the other 32...

Running to the Kitchen		Apple Cheddar Crumble Bar
Food Nouveau		Apple and Cheddar Whole Wheat Pancakes with Baked Applesauce
Woolworths		Apple & Pear Pikelets
Italian Recipe Book		Sweet Potato Apple Pork Chops
Bound By Food		Apples Sausage Stuffed Mushrooms
Bonapetit		Apple Vichyssoise
Simply Recipes		Broccoli and Apple Soup
Well Plated		Curried Carrot, Apple, and Peanut Soup
Cherished Bliss		Sausage & Apple Stuffed Acorn Squash
Food to Love		Caramel, Apple and Pear Danish
The Healthy Toast		Garlic Herb Shrimp Sandwich with Green Apple
Learning Herbs		Coconut Curry Soup with Apples
Life Made Simple		Pumpkin Applesauce
Eating Well		Curried Carrot & Apple Soup
Garnish with Lemon		Apple Sage Stuffing Cups
Cooking Classy		Apple-Feta Salad with Chicken, Bacon and Walnuts and Balsamic Vinaigrette
Good Food		Apple and Honey Cake
Tarladalal		Roasted Apple and Asparagus Salad with Chicken
Good Food		Apple and Paprika Pork with Roast Fennel
The Spruce		Curried Pork With Apples
Heather Christo		Pasta with Apples, Bacon and Chantrelle Mushrooms
The Lemon Bowl		Herb-Roasted Apples, Onions and Carrots
Stirring Stew		Crispy Chicken Asian Salad
Spark Recipes		Apple Broccoli Stir Fry
The Daily Dish		Scrambled Eggs with Apples, Sage and Swiss
Italian Recipe Book		Apple Buttermilk Pie
Chew Out Loud		Wheat Berry Salad with Apples and Cranberries
Publix Aprons		Apple Pie Punch
The Spruce		Southern Fried Pork Chop Biscuit Sandwich with Cheddar + Spiced Apples
Le Creuset		Apple Tart Tatin with Fleur De Sel
Garlic & Zest		McIntosh Applesauce
Martha Stewart		Sauteed Apples with Thyme

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