PampMomof3
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What Do You Do With Your Leftover Apple Peels?
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Discussion Overview
The thread explores various creative uses for leftover apple peels, with participants sharing personal experiences and recipes. Ideas range from making gummy worms and jelly to composting and feeding animals.
Discussion Character
- Anecdotal
- Opinion-based
Main Points Raised
- One participant, identifying as a consultant, mentions a recipe for making gummy worms using apple peels and jello powder.
- Another participant shares a method for making apple peel jelly, detailing the steps involved.
- Several users suggest composting the peels, with some humorously agreeing on this approach.
- One participant notes that they feed apple peels to cows, although they express some hesitation after a recent commercial.
- Another participant describes simmering apple peels with cinnamon and cloves to create potpourri.
- One user mentions a method of dipping peels in syrup and bird seed to hang in trees for birds.
- Another participant humorously notes that they threw away their peels before seeing the responses.
Areas of Agreement / Disagreement
Views differ on the best use for apple peels, with no clear consensus emerging on a single preferred method.
Contextual Notes
Participants share a variety of personal experiences and recipes, reflecting diverse approaches to utilizing leftover apple peels.
Who May Find This Useful
Consultants looking for creative ideas on how to use apple peels may find the shared experiences and recipes helpful.
jenniferknapp
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Ummmm, I made them last Fall, hmmm! I can't remember the recipe...While I was just searching, I found a recipe for making candied apples from scratch, I never knew the ingredients:Candied Apples
10 Servings1 1/2 cups sugar
2 teaspoons vinegar
2/3-cup water
1 package cherry kool-aid
10 applesMix sugar, vinegar and water. Boil until mixture reaches 300-degrees; cool. Stir in Kool-Aid. Put apples on sticks and dip into mixture quickly.end of hijack
10 Servings1 1/2 cups sugar
2 teaspoons vinegar
2/3-cup water
1 package cherry kool-aid
10 applesMix sugar, vinegar and water. Boil until mixture reaches 300-degrees; cool. Stir in Kool-Aid. Put apples on sticks and dip into mixture quickly.end of hijack
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janetupnorth
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Apple Peel Jelly
Place apple peels, lightly packed, into a 4.5 qt. pot with 5 cups of water. There should be about 3-4 inches of peels in the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and boil for 15 minutes, stirring as little as possible. Remove from heat, put the lid on the pot, and allow to stand overnight. (Optional, add a cinnamon stick when you let it sit overnight.) Strain the liquid into a measuring cup, and make certain you have 5 cups. Return to the pot. Gradually dissolve 1 box of pectin into the liquid and bring to a full rolling boil, over high heat. Add 7 cups of sugar (all at once), stirring to dissolve. Return to boiling, and boil hard for 1 minute. Remove from heat, skim foam if necessary, and can into ½ pt. jelly jars. Process in a hot water bath for 10 minutes.
Place apple peels, lightly packed, into a 4.5 qt. pot with 5 cups of water. There should be about 3-4 inches of peels in the pot. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and boil for 15 minutes, stirring as little as possible. Remove from heat, put the lid on the pot, and allow to stand overnight. (Optional, add a cinnamon stick when you let it sit overnight.) Strain the liquid into a measuring cup, and make certain you have 5 cups. Return to the pot. Gradually dissolve 1 box of pectin into the liquid and bring to a full rolling boil, over high heat. Add 7 cups of sugar (all at once), stirring to dissolve. Return to boiling, and boil hard for 1 minute. Remove from heat, skim foam if necessary, and can into ½ pt. jelly jars. Process in a hot water bath for 10 minutes.
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Gummy Worms made at home!
Oct 23 '02
The Bottom Line OOoo! Worms?!?! Yes, yummy worms!
By popular request, I am posting a recipe I have been handed from unknown sources on how to make homemade Gummy Worms. This is in response to my review of the Pampered Chef Apple Peeler/Corer/Slicer, and what to do with your leftover apple peel.
So without further ado...
"Gummy Worms"
After peeling apple with Apple Peeler Corer Slicer throw the moist peels in a zip lock bag and pour in your favorite flavor of DRY jello (do not use sugar free). Shake until peels are well coated.
Lay them out on a flat stone and bake at 250 degree for 30 - 45 minutes (depending on the amount of peels).
I have also heard that you need to only bake them for 15-20 minutes.
I plan to make some soon, so I will let you know how it goes for me. If you do try it, let me know how it goes for you, and I'll add it to this review!
Good luck, and peel more apples and eat more worms!
-Rebecca
Oct 23 '02
The Bottom Line OOoo! Worms?!?! Yes, yummy worms!
By popular request, I am posting a recipe I have been handed from unknown sources on how to make homemade Gummy Worms. This is in response to my review of the Pampered Chef Apple Peeler/Corer/Slicer, and what to do with your leftover apple peel.
So without further ado...
"Gummy Worms"
After peeling apple with Apple Peeler Corer Slicer throw the moist peels in a zip lock bag and pour in your favorite flavor of DRY jello (do not use sugar free). Shake until peels are well coated.
Lay them out on a flat stone and bake at 250 degree for 30 - 45 minutes (depending on the amount of peels).
I have also heard that you need to only bake them for 15-20 minutes.
I plan to make some soon, so I will let you know how it goes for me. If you do try it, let me know how it goes for you, and I'll add it to this review!
Good luck, and peel more apples and eat more worms!
-Rebecca
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Frequently Asked Questions
What can I do with leftover apple peels?
You can use leftover apple peels to make apple peel chips by baking them with a sprinkle of cinnamon and sugar. They make a delicious and healthy snack!
Can I use apple peels in smoothies?
Yes, you can add apple peels to your smoothies for extra fiber and nutrients. Just make sure to wash them thoroughly before blending.
Are there any recipes that use apple peels?
Absolutely! Apple peels can be used in recipes for apple jelly, apple peel tea, or even added to pies for extra flavor and texture.
How can I compost apple peels?
Apple peels are great for composting! Just add them to your compost bin along with other kitchen scraps to enrich your compost with nutrients.
Can I feed apple peels to my pets?
In moderation, apple peels can be safe for pets like dogs. However, always check with your veterinarian first, especially for other pets like cats or small animals.
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