Gala, Red Delicious, Granny Smith – there are so many types of apples to choose from. Beyond sweet and tart, these ones have the most health benefits.

Before the 1980s, there were usually three varieties of apples available: red, yellow and green. Growing up, Bedford mostly ate the Red Delicious variety and didn’t like apples as a result.

How to Prepare Green Apples Apples are one of the most versatile fruits to work with in the kitchen. While they can be eaten raw, and pair nicely with peanut butter for a mid-afternoon snack, they ...

Get ‘em fresh, though, because a sad, out-of-season golden delicious is no fun. Honorable mentions: any tart apple you like, including Jonagold, MacIntosh, or the snacking apples listed elsewhere.

Red Delicious enjoyed its prime time in the 1980s and unfortunately, the apple’s rapid popularity led to its subsequent downfall. During its heyday, the Red Delicious was indeed delicious, but ...