"Denny Wheeler" > wrote in message
...
> On 3 Nov 2005 14:05:12 -0800, "Kimberly" > wrote:
>
> >I'm looking for the very best apples (or combination of apples) to use
> >in plain old apple pie....I've used Granny Smith but Braeburn, Throme
> >Empire and Ida Red were also recommended. Anyone have an opinion?
>
> rofl!
> 'Anyone (in RFC!) have an opinion?' About apples?
>
> 10 posters--that should supply about 15 opinions. <g>
>
> I'm old-fashioned. I still like Rome Beauties, Gravensteins, and
> Golden Delicious. (worth noting that I live in western Washington, so
> the apple supply/variety is excellent)
>
> --
> -denny-
> "Do your thoughts call ahead or do they just arrive at your mouth
unannounced?"
>
> "It's come as you are, baby."
>
> -over the hedge

Oh my, yes -- Gravensteins in season are hard to beat. Currently, I'm
liking Pink Ladies, Black Twigs and Jonagolds.

Spitz
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"Home, James, and don't spare the horses!"