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6 Creative Uses for Apples

Peak apple season in many parts of the United States is coming to an end — particularly if you want to buy local apples. But what to do with all of those extra apples that you can’t eat before they go bad? Consider six creative uses for apples, as described by Reader’s Digest. We’ve listed the headlines for each use, but click through the link at the bottom of the article for more information on each.

Roast a juicy chicken

Keep cakes fresh

Ripen green tomatoes

Fluff up hardened brown sugar

Absorb salt in soups and stews

Use as decorative candleholders

6 Amazing Uses for Apples
(Reader’s Digest)

And here are a few articles for how to properly store apples:

Here are some simple tips on how to store apples for a long, long time
(Backwoods Home Magazine)

How to Store Apples for Winter
(About.com)

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