The star of the show during autumn is, of course, the apple. Whether you’re baking a pie, needing a quick snack, or looking for a crunchy addition to your salad, apples are the way to go. Learn about the many different types of common apples and their various uses so you’re prepared when you go grocery shopping—or better yet, to the orchard.

• Braeburn. Sweet and tart. Best for snacking; also used for baking and sauces. In season October through July.

• Empire. Sweet and tart. Best for snacking; also used for baking and sauces. In season from September through July.

• Fuji. Very sweet. Best for snacking; also used for baking and sauces. In season all year.



• Gala. Very sweet. Best for snacking and sauces; also used for baking. In season all year.

• Golden Delicious. Sweet. Best for snacking, baking, and sauces. In season all year.

• Granny Smith. Tart. Best for snacking, baking, and sauces. In season all year.



• Honeycrisp. Sweet. Best for snacking, baking, and sauces. In season September through May.

• Jonagold. Sweet and tart. Best for snacking, baking, and sauces. In season October through July.

• Red Delicious. Less sweet. Best for snacking. In season all year.

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