Check out these fall recipes from NC State Extension that feature apples and pumpkins, wonderful fall produce that you can find in Haywood County! For more questions on eating local foods and where to 'Eat Haywood', call our office today!
Apple Crisp
Ingredients
- 4 cups sliced apples (about 4 or 5 apples)
- 2 tablespoons margarine
- 3/4 cup rolled oats (uncooked)
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup whole-wheat flour or white whole-wheat flour
- 2 teaspoons lemon juice
- Non-stick cooking spray
Directions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Coat 9"x13" baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
- Melt margarine in a small bowl in the microwave.
- In a medium bowl, combine all ingredients except apples
- Stir until well blended.
- Place apples in baking dish and spread oat mixture on top.
- Bake 45 minutes to 1 hour until desired crispness
Pumpkin Soup
Ingredients
- 3 tbsp. olive or canola oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
- 1 14.5 oz. can low-sodium chicken or vegetable broth
- ½ cup water
- 1 15 oz. can pumpkin puree
- 1 12oz. can low-fat evaporated milk
- 1/8 tsp. cinnamon
- Salt & pepper, to taste
Directions
- Combine oil, onion, & garlic in a saucepan over medium-high heat for 1-2 minutes, or until soft.
- Add broth & water.
- Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally.
- Reduce heat to low & simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in pumpkin, evaporated milk, & cinnamon. Simmer for another 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat & enjoy!
