Apples with attitude

It may be the end of summer, but for the food lover autumn can be the most rewarding season. Okay, the weather may not be too pleasant but the foods on offer can bring a feeling of warmth to the coldest of days - just think of squashes, chillies, plums and pears. But if there's one reason above all to look forward to this time of year it's the apple, arguably the most popular autumn food of all. With trivia, health news, cooking advice and some delicious recipes, prepare to go totally appletastic this September.

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From storage to cooking try these suggestions to make the most of your apples

the top five inspirational apple recipes
Pan fried chicken in apple and cider sauce
Baked Apples with Peppercorns
Apple and Maple Upside-Down Cake
Pork and Apple Casserole
Apple and walnut salad