{"product_id":"apples-paula-red-local-hollis-nh-by-the-pound","title":"Apples - Paula Red (Local Hollis, NH) by the pound","description":"Paula Red apples harvested from a local farm in Hollis, sold by the pound.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePaula Red apples are bright red with areas of green and yellow, and a firm, white flesh that is both juicy and crisp. They have a tart, sweet flavor with hints of strawberry and are one of the earliest apple varieties, available from late summer into early fall. While excellent for fresh eating, their tendency to become soft quickly makes them ideal for applesauce but less so for pies.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eAppearance\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eColor: Predominantly bright red with green or yellow patches and tan spots.\u003cbr\u003eSkin: Shiny and slightly dusty.\u003cbr\u003eShape: Round to ovate, sometimes appearing squat.\u003cbr\u003eFlesh: Firm and white, but can become soft and mealy as the season progresses.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTaste and Texture\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFlavor: A balanced sweet-tart taste, sometimes described as vinous or strawberry-like. \u003cbr\u003eJuiciness: Very juicy with a satisfyingly crisp bite.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eBest Uses\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFresh Eating: An excellent choice for a crisp, early-season apple snack. \u003cbr\u003eApplesauce: Due to its high pectin content and tendency to soften, it is a prime choice for making applesauce that needs little or no added sugar. \u003cbr\u003eCooking: Breaks down easily, which is good for some dishes but not for others, like pies, where a firmer apple is preferred. \u003cbr\u003eHarvest and Availability \u003cbr\u003eSeason: One of the first apples to ripen, available from late August into early October.\u003ci\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cu\u003eThis item qualifies for our flat-rate shipping. \u003c\/u\u003eFeel free to add more items—your shipping cost will stay the same. Some exclusions may apply, we reserve the right to limit quantities.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e","brand":"Sunny VF","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44281953616054,"sku":"191853SVF","price":1.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0689\/2584\/9782\/files\/64c5f1e5-1166-4cec-9888-88646e1b8be3.png?v=1758120255","url":"https:\/\/sunnyvalleyfarms.com\/products\/apples-paula-red-local-hollis-nh-by-the-pound","provider":"Sunny Valley Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}