



And don't throw out those seeds! Rinse them, let them dry thoroughly, and roast them until golden brown for a delicious snack.Now, who doesn’t like apples, which are now peaking in their fresh season? Almost every grower in the region produces popular varieties such as HoneyCrisp. But if you’re near a market served by Nichols Farm & Orchard, stop by and treat yourself. Located in Marengo, Illinois, about 60 miles northwest of Chicago, and the region’s biggest diversified produce farm, Nichols produces dozens of apple varieties, including a number of artisan types such as Cortland, Macoun or Northern Spy. Try some, and you might be amazed at what you’ve been missing.
