I love apples - and I must believe in the saying 'an apple a day keeps the doctor away' because I do eat at least one every day. Apples make the perfect mid-meal snack and as I'm going to show you over the next week.. they also make the perfect ingredient in your meals too!
The other day a basket full of British Cameo Apples arrived at my door.. I'd never heard of Cameo before but apparently they are a cross between a Golden Delicious and Red Delicious - sounds good to me! British Cameo apples have higher levels of antioxidants than many other apples found on British supermarkets shelves - which means added protection against harmful illnesses such as cancer and heart disease.
Excuse the random picture of apple with peanut butter (my current new addiction) .. today I have a gorgeous recipe that can be enjoyed for breakfast, as an after work-out snack or for supper.. it's delicious and really easy to make too!
Today I bring you.. bircher muesli (with extra apple - optional!).
If you want to make your own bircher muesli then here's what you'll need.. (this recipe serves 1 person)..
1 large apple - 1/2 of which needs to be grated and 1/2 thinly sliced (latter optional) 3 chopped apricots 1/2 cup (40g) of oats 2/3 cup (~160 ml) of milk - I use skimmed, soya or almond milk 1/4 teaspoon of ginger Honey/extra fresh fruit (optional) - to use in the morning And here's what to do..
1) Mix the grated apple in a bowl with the ginger, oats, apricots and milk 2) Cover and leave in the fridge over-night 3) The next day simply top with a dollop of Greek yoghurt and banana OR....
4) Spoon the bircher muesli into a cup followed by a drizzle of honey and a slice of apple.. then repeat until you have a beautiful glass filled with delicious goodness!!
British Cameo apples have just made their appearance in supermarkets for the first time this season. These delicious, red apples, grown in Kent can be enjoyed now through to April. Apple experts estimate that the Cameo will stay fresh in a fruit bowl for up to seven days and in a fridge for up to two weeks. And in case you are wondering.. they are now available in Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Morrisons, Booths, Budgens and the Co-op.
In case I still haven't swayed you into trying a new variety of apple (other than saying the fact that they taste absolutely delicious, juicy and perfectly sweet) .. then read these fabulous facts:
A Cameo apple contains around 80 calories and counts as one of your 5 a day
Cameo apples are a natural source of vitamin C and antioxidants
Cameo apples are rich in fibre, filling you up and can help aid weight loss
Because of its high antioxidant content, snacking on a Cameo is one of the easiest and best ways to boost your immune system
Eaten after sport/training, an apple and its 85% water content rehydrate your body and helps facilitate the elimination of toxins
Work well as both an eating apple and in baking (in both sweet and savoury recipes!)
British Cameo apples have just made their appearance in supermarkets for the first time this season. These delicious, red apples, grown in Kent can be enjoyed now through to April. Apple experts estimate that the Cameo will stay fresh in a fruit bowl for up to seven days and in a fridge for up to two weeks. And in case you are wondering.. they are now available in Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Morrisons, Booths, Budgens and the Co-op.
For recipe inspiration and all the facts about these delicious apples visit www.cameoapple.co.uk or follow them on twitter @CameoAppleuk.
I hope you enjoyed this recipe and product review - I'll be baking with these delicious apples over the weekend so look out for a super recipe that's just perfect for dessert next week!
Nic x
