Apple Picking

Apple Picking This is what started it all! Apple picking is available during apple season, which usually starts in September. The apple picking season runs right into pumpkin season. Applewood Farm & Winery has the following types of apples available for picking:
Macintosh Red Delicious Spencer Cortland/Red Cortland Spartan Royal Gala Honey Crisp Paula Red Golden Delicious (limited)
Apple Season is the Perfect time to try one of our delicious apple wines. Macintosh Dinner wine or our refreshing Mac Meade apple cider. We also have a great pumpkin patch and Indian corn for harvest decor. Apple Time is the perfect time for family time!

basket of apples

Apple Picking Tips

Picking is done by rolling or twisting the apple away from the fruit spur. Harvested apples should be kept cold (33° to 35°F) for retention of flavor and quality. When stored in this temperature range, apples change very little. At 40°F, they ripen slowly, and at 60° or higher they mature rapidly. The best way to store apples is in perforated plastic bags in the refrigerator.

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Apple Pie Recipe

INGREDIENTS:
1 recipe pastry for a 9 inch double crust pie
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
9 apples - peeled, cored and sliced
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 tablespoon butter

DIRECTIONS:
Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
In a large bowl mix together flour, salt, and cinnamon. Add apples and lemon juice. Toss until apples are thoroughly coated. Allow to sit for 10 minutes.
Pour apples into pastry-lined pie plate. Dot with butter or margarine. Cover with top pastry. Seal edges and cut steam vents in top pastry.
Bake in preheated oven for 35 to 45 minutes, until crust is golden brown.

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