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Apple Measurements & Storage Apple math, tips for apple measurements Over the years we've collected a great deal of practical information about the apple which may prove helpful to you when you begin to use the apples you've purchased at Pine Tree Orchard. 3 medium sized apples equal 1 lb. 1 lb peeled and sliced apples equals 2 3/4 c. 1/2 peck of apples equals 5 - 6 lb or 12 - 15 medium sized apples. 1 peck of apples equals 10 - 12 lb or 35 - 40 medium sized apples. 1 bushel of apples can weigh 42 - 48 lb. 1 bushel of apples will make 15 - 20 qt of applesauce. 1/2 peck yields 5 pt of applesauce. 2 lb of apples equals 3 c of sauce. Each apple variety varies in weight. 1/2 peck makes 2 pies with a few extra apples.

Apple Storage
Here are some tips to get the most out of your apples. The poly bag your apples came in is the best for keeping them in the refrigerator. The holes in the bag allow air in while keeping the apples cool. You can put a damp paper towel in the bag with the apples for the humidity needed for perfect keeping. Try to keep your apples at 33 - 38 degrees F with humidity somewhere between 80 and 90%.