Sweet Potato And SweeTango Apple Soup - Domestic Fits (2024)

25.09.2013Jackie Dodd-Mallory(Senior Editor) 11 Comments

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SweeTango apples seemed to come out of nowhere, at least to me. As someone who grew up mere feet from two different apple orchards in Easter Washington, it seemed like these fantastic little gems of produce brilliance appeared as if by magic as a brand new species of one of my favorite fruits. In the old school fashion of cross pollination (nothing new, plants have been doing this without human intervention since the dawn of time) the SweeTango is a cross between the fantastic Honey Crisp and a Zestar. The flavor is beautiful, but it’s the sharp snap crisp when you bite into one that’s unlike anything else out there. As much as I love the apples in this soup, it’s eating them raw that’s really the way to go.

I was introduced to the SweetTango at a press event at my favorite Los Angeles Resturant, Animal. A table at this sought after joint, and a meal cooked up by the celebrity chef-owner team ofVinny Dotolo and Jon Shook may take you months to secure and is on every LA based foodies Must Do list. I was thrilled to spend an afternoon among a small group of other writers, eating the dishes cooked up by Jon and Vinny themselves, all featuring SweeTango apples. Other than the chance to chat it up with on of my favorite local chefs, this soup was the highlight. Jon and Vinny even sent us home with the recipe. And even let me share it.

You could win an all expense paid trip to Los Angeles as well as an unforgettable dinner at Animal, one of LA’s best restaurants. Enter here.

Sweet Potato And SweeTango Apple Soup

Ingredients

  • 1/4 lb Butter
  • 1 cup Yellow onion, diced
  • 1 cup SweeTango apple, peeled, cored, diced
  • 1 cup Butternut squash, peeled, seeded, diced
  • 1 cup Sweet potato, peeled, diced
  • 2 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable stock
  • 1 cup Heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup Maple syrup
  • Salt and espelette pepper to taste

Instructions

In a 1 gallon pot, melt butter. Add vegetables cook until onions are translucent. Add stock, and cook for 20-30 min, or until vegetables are soft. Puree in blender, strain, and add cream and maple syrup. Season to taste, serve, and enjoy!

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Averie @ Averie CooksSeptember 25, 2013 um 1:14 am

I got your book in the mail today!! CONGRATS Jackie, I thumbed through it very briefly and I will be reading it like a novel, word for word, front to back, starting….soon! It looks amazing from the little bit I skimmed!

Pretty soup – with apples, sweet taters, yes please!

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TieghanSeptember 25, 2013 um 5:43 am

Oh my gosh, I saw sweeTango apples in the store yesterday and was like what the heck are those? Wish I would have bought a couple! I had no idea!
Love this soup and as soon as I get my hands on some of these apples I have to make it!

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RavieNomNomsSeptember 25, 2013 um 7:24 am

Pretty much obsessed with apples. I love them all during the year, but they are just SOO darn good during this time of year.

This is so creative! I just must try it!

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claire @ the realistic nutritionistSeptember 25, 2013 um 8:45 am

THIS IS GORGEOUS!! And i wanna say sweeeeeeetango!

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Chung-Ah | Damn DeliciousSeptember 25, 2013 um 9:49 am

Apple, butternut squash and sweet potatoes?! Love this combo! And a trip to Animal? How could I give that up? 🙂

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cassieSeptember 25, 2013 um 12:56 pm

Sounds like an amazing place and this soup – even more amazing. Love the apple/sweet potato combo!

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DesSeptember 25, 2013 um 3:52 pm

I’ve never heard of SweeTango Apples, I will have to look next time I’m at the store! I have heard of Animal though, I should probably plan a trip to LA just to eat there 🙂

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Julie @ Table for TwoSeptember 25, 2013 um 7:45 pm

Must find these apple and make this soup! So gorgeous!!

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ashley – baker by natureSeptember 26, 2013 um 10:10 am

I cannot get over the color of that soup! Just gorgeous, my friend!

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Anna (Hidden Ponies)September 27, 2013 um 10:02 pm

I need to find these apples! I adore HoneyCrisp, and have to get them while the gettin’s good. LOVE everything about this soup.

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FAQs

What does a SweeTango apple taste like? ›

SweeTango is crisp and sweet, with a lively touch of citrus, honey and spice. This apple offers unmatched texture – perfectly crunchy and satisfyingly juicy. Try SweeTango and you too may find yourself joining fans who declare “best apple ever!” or “perfect flavor and crunch.”

Are SweeTango apples healthy? ›

SweeTango® apples are a good source of fiber to regulate the digestive tract, potassium to balance fluid levels within the body, and calcium to protect bones and teeth.

Where did the SweeTango apple come from? ›

SweeTango apples were introduced in 2009 when horticulturalists from the University of Minnesota bred a Honeycrisp with a Zestar using time-honored techniques. The offspring produced the Minneiska tree—a special tree that grows a seasonal apple harvested in early fall...the SweeTango!

What is the patent on SweeTango apples? ›

The trademark belongs to University of Minnesota for its apple fruit of the 'Minneiska' cultivar. The patent number was obtained on May 13, 2008, by research scientist breeders David S. Bedford and James J. Luby.

What apple is the healthiest? ›

Red Delicious Apples

They've got more polyphenolic compounds than most other apples, with most of the nutrition in the skin – so be sure not to peel them before chowing down. Red Delicious apples contain more anthocyanidins that provide their color and powerful antioxidants.

What is the difference between SweeTango and honeycrisp apples? ›

Honeycrisp has more sweet water, but when you bite into it, it explodes where SweeTango is more of a denser apple.” SweeTango. Photo by Dan Eggert.

Which apple has the least sugar? ›

Granny Smith apples tend to have the least sugar.

What are the best apples for weight loss? ›

If you're looking for an apple that has been scientifically proven to help with weight loss, Granny Smith apples should become a regular part of your nutrition. Scientists know that an imbalance of colon bacteria may cause obese people to experience inflammation or lead to diabetes.

How much sugar is in sweet tango apples? ›

SWEETANGO APPLES, SWEETANGO
NameAmountUnit
Total Sugars10.4g
Calcium, Ca6mg
Iron, Fe0mg
Sodium, Na0mg
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How long do SweeTango apples last? ›

Refrigerated apples can be stored for up to 4 – 6 weeks. At room temperature, apples will ripens ten times faster! For best results, store SweeTango in your refrigerator's crisper drawer set to low-humidity.

Which apple is the sweetest? ›

Apple Sweetness Chart
Types of ApplesSweetest LevelBest For
Fujithe sweetest apple varietysnacking, applesauce and salads
Galahighly sweetsnacking, applesauce and salads
Golden Delicioussweet, rich and mild in flavorsnacking, baked apples and applesauce
Red Delicioussweet-tart mix but very mild in flavorsnacking and salads
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Can you buy SweeTango apple trees? ›

Additionally, SweeTango® Minneiska apples are now available to consumers nationwide. Trees likely will not be available to the general public until the patent expires in 2026.

Are SweeTango apples GMO? ›

SweeTango apples are a great example of a hybrid apple, not a GMO. It is a cross between a Zestar and a Honeycrisp.

What apple tastes like candy? ›

Candy Crisp® apples are also known as GRE-1198 and received their candy-focused brand name in honor of their sugary-sweet taste and crisp nature.

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