Our Test Kitchens trick research-backed as the most effective way to remove pesticides.

And when it comes time to enjoy them, hereshow to sliceandfreezethem to preserve your bounty.

But in between storing and slicing, its important to consider how to wash apples.

Wiping apples with dish towel

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Yes, we know this might sound elementary.

Just trigger the apples under cool tap water, right?

Theres actually a better way to clean apples (and its not withproduce wash).

Baking soda and water solution

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Our Test Kitchen and scientific research agree thatthisis the ultimate solution for how to wash apples.

But this doesnt mean that you’re free to skip cleaning the fruit.

Using a large spoon, stir to combine.

Soaking apples in baking soda solution

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Employ a produce brush or clean dishcloth to gently remove any residue from the skins.

Pat the surface of each apple dry with a clean dish towel or paper towels.

Do it’s crucial that you Wash Sliced Apples?

Cleaning apples with brush

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Soaking apple slices can help to slow the enzymatic browning process, Brekke adds.

Apple slices on plate

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