Bruised or old apples are perfect for this chocolate charlotte – recipe – The Guardian

Apples tend to be heavily sprayed and covered in wax to maintain appearance. Organic apples arent sprayed to the same degree, or with synthetic chemicals, and nor are they soaked in fungicides and wax, which is clearly better for us and the planet, but it can also shorten their shelf life. Apples with just a blemish or two are still fine to eat raw, but as they age and wither, its probably best to cook them.
Plain apple sauce is the simplest option, and makes a sweet, fibrous, gut-healing breakfast….

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