Months of hot weather have produced a record-breaking year for apples in the UK, with the harvest coming in bigger and earlier than ever. That means it's also going to be a record-breaking year for cider. According to the National Association of Cider Makers, the warm summer has also delivered apples full of rich flavours and natural sweetness, perfect for cider making. In orchards across the UK, boughs are breaking under the weight of the ripening fruit.
Pumpkin spice is going to have to wait a minute; it's time for apples to shine. Whether yours are hand-picked from a local orchard, scooped up at a farmers market or plucked from your backyard, we want to make the most of the season while the fruit is at its crispy, flavorful best. We turned to three new cookbooks to find new recipes for the occasion, starting with "The Art of Jacques Pépin."