Try as I might, I've never been able to get over a long-seated mayonnaise aversion. While its full-bodied creaminess adds dimension and a silky texture to a whole host of classic dishes, I recoil in fear at the barest glimmer of the condiment.
For the most part, I've been able to get on with my life — let's be real, this is a quintessential first-world problem — but at the same time, I often feel as if I'm missing out on something essential. Classics like potato salad, tomato-mayonnaise sandwiches, and Waldorf salads have graced my lips but a handful of times in my two-plus decades of life. That is, until now. . .
An apple a day keeps the doctor away, right? Well, your family will get its fill of apples with this baked dessert that combines fresh apples with healthy oats and just the right amount of brown sugar and spice. This recipe is a great opportunity for introducing basic knife skills to your child — with lots of adult supervision. What makes this dessert even more fun is baking in individual ramekins, making them the perfect single-serving size.
A trip to the farmers market can be a bit mind-boggling with the wide range of heirloom fruits available these days. There's over 600 varieties of heirloom tomato seeds and a whole host of apple tree saplings available to farmers and home gardeners. 
There's nothing like an ooey-gooey grilled cheese sandwich. Toasted bread and melted cheese make quite the combination, and this simple sandwich is a serious kid favorite. Take this basic to a new level with the help of thinly sliced apple and just a touch of grainy mustard. The concoction creates a wonderfully sweet and savory sandwich that's perfect for lunch or an afternoon snack.