Apple Trifecta

If I had a speedy metabolism (or an overactive thyroid) I would eat apple pie for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The succulent seasonal sensation is one of my all-time favorite dishes. And really, who can go an entire autumn without indulging in at least one slice of warm apple goodness? The following recipe for Caramel Apple Pie is from a mom friend of mine. She made it for playgroup last year and it was such a hit that she caved into multiple requests and handed out the recipe. It is surprisingly simple to make especially since it calls for store-bought … Continue reading

Amazing Apple Crisp Recipes

I can’t think of a better way to spend a crisp fall day with family and friends than apple picking. A few days ago one of my best friends and her mom (who had just flown in from Hawaii) joined my family for a day of picking at our local apple orchard. My preschooler had a blast (as usual) running from tree to tree sampling the sweet and juicy goodness of McIntosh and Red Delicious to Rome Beauties and Galas. Once we got home I got busy working on a number of our favorite apple recipes—-namely apple crisps. Over the … Continue reading