First slice the apple in half, then in quarters. Remove the core from each quarter. You can then slice the apple in whatever size slices you need for your recipe.

Always remember to cut carefully; keep the knife safely away from your fingertips.

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To keep sliced apples from turning brown before serving, let them sit in cold water with a touch of lemon juice added.

There's evidence to support that old adage of "an apple a day keeps the doctor away." Apples are low in calories (around 80 calories per apple, depending on size), and contain no fat or cholesterol. In addition, apples are a good source of fiber, vitamin A, vitamin C, pectin, and flavonoids.

Besides serving them in their natural state, apples taste great in savory recipes and you can enjoy a side of this familiar fruit while avoiding the usual high-carb trappings of pastries and pies.

Here's a delicious main dish recipe featuring Granny Smith apples. Granny Smiths are tart, green apples that are best used for baking and cooking.