The Golden Delicious originated in the U.S. in the early 1900s. Although not related to the Red Delicious it was named and marketed by the same family nursery, Stark Bros. It is considered one of the best all purpose apples in the world.

The Golden is highly aromatic, with a sweet and spritely flavor. Fruit is crisp and juicy with almost yellow, honeyed flesh. Skin color is a clue to quality - look for fruit that is pale yellow, not green (premature) or dark yellow (overripe). Goldens posses good eating and cooking qualities and keep well if refrigerated in plastic bag or crisper. They are great for pies and sauces with little or no sugar. Golden Delicious ripen from mid-September through late October, and can be found in stores throughout much of the year.

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