It may still seem like the height of summer, but I’ve started to see the signs of fall appearing at the farmers’ market. This is the bitter-sweet time of year when just about EVERYTHING is available, including apples. And with more than 2000 varieties of apples being grown in the United States, the farmers’ market is probably one of the best places to buy them, as you are going to see a wonderful variety of shapes, colors, sizes, and best of all, flavors! Not only are apples a wonderful snack, but it’s also fun to make them the center of attention for a late summer meal. So head to the market and pick all the ingredients you need for a plate of apple brie sliders--your family will thank you!
Apple Cheese Sliders
2 apples, sliced
1 shallot, sliced very thin
4 slices of your favorite cheese (brie, or a sharp cheddar are nice)
A few sprigs of fresh thyme
6 slices of baguette, or three rolls (any bread will do, use your favorite)
1 tablespoon butter
Heat butter and thyme in a pan over medium/high heat
Cook apples and shallots in butter just until soft
While apples and shallots are cooking, toast the bread
When the apples, shallots, and bread are ready, add the slices of cheese to the hot pan for about 20 seconds
Pile the apples and shallots onto the bread, and top with the cheese
- Serve and enjoy immediately!
Nutrition Facts
Vitamins, Minerals, and Nutrients:
Boron – builds muscle and strong bones and helps the body to absorb calcium and magnesium for bone health. Apples are one of the top food sources of boron
Fiber – increases digestive health and regulation
Pectin – acts as a prebiotic, providing food for friendly gut bacteria
Potassium – helps maintain blood pressure and regulate kidney health
Vitamin C – helps to rebuild tissues and blood vessels, and keep bones and teeth strong
Did you know?
“An apple a day keeps the doctor away” is actually sound advice! Here’s why: Eating one large apple provides 20% of the recommended daily value of dietary fiber, 8% of the antioxidant Vitamin C, and 7% of your day’s potassium, all for only 130 calories … with no fat, no sodium, and no cholesterol!