Sweet, Crunchy Apple Makes A Cameo Appearance 241 Summary: An apple a day may keep the doctor away, but it's also a healthy reminder of favorite flavors and aromas, such as homemade cider, fresh apple pie and autumn adventures to go picking in the orchard. Sweet, Crunchy Apple Makes A Cameo Appearance An apple a day may keep the doctor away, but it's also a healthy reminder of favorite flavors and aromas, such as homemade cider, fresh apple pie and autumn adventures to go picking in the orchard. Now there's a new apple in the grocery store that's likely to please the pickiest of palates: CameoŽ apples are a gourmet variety noted for their thin skin. Whether eaten fresh out of hand or used in a favorite recipe, Cameos have an irresistible combination of sweet-tart taste and crisp crunch. Born in the U.S.A., the Cameo apple was discovered as a chance seedling in the 1980s and has been grown commercially for the past six years. Cameos are a good source of fiber, vitamin C, folate and potassium-and they're rich in cancer-fighting antioxidants. Plus, one medium apple contains just 80 calories. Here's one simple, delicious and zesty way to enjoy this Washington beauty: Cameo Apple Salsa Preparation time: 5 minutes Refrigeration time: 1/2 hour Makes: 4 cups 2 cups Cameo apples, diced 1/2 cup red onion, diced 1/2 cup (1 large) Anaheim chili pepper, finely chopped 1 jalapeņo pepper, finely chopped (optional) 1/4 cup lime juice 1 Tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro 1/4 tsp. salt 1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper Combine all ingredients in large bowl and mix well. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate 30 minutes or until ready to serve. Tip: For a snack, serve with tortilla chips or use as a topping to accent a meal of grilled chicken, fish or pork.

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