Apples V Oranges

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Oranges are more of a desirable and a more versatile fruit than apples. This is due to the wide range, flavours and dishes oranges can be a part of unlike apples. Oranges also contain a very high amount of nutrition which can be great for a growing child or an everyday adult. Oranges are most commonly used in sauces for dishes such as casseroles or for something sweet like marmalade and biscuits. Oranges have a very unique taste unlike apples which have a very similar taste (proven) to onions (when holding your nose). There are many recipes around the world which include orange in them. One of the most popular recipes is orange biscuits which is great healthy snack for the kids. Another widely used recipe used is orange juice which is mostly served around breakfast. It is a great drink to have in the morning as it provides a great source of energy for the rest of the day. Unlike apples which can go rotten very quickly and can have a bad taste, oranges provide a guarantee of sweetness and flavour. One of the main features though (apart from taste), that draw people in to oranges is their colour. Their name states it all. Oranges are orange. The colour of this fruit is one of the key features that draw people into to eating them. A 1997 Washington Tree Fruit Conference survey (excuse for the year) showed that 68% of people preferred the colour of an orange to a red/green apple. This statistic proves that the colour an orange possesses, draws people in to eating them. The colour of an orange can also provide some sparkle and zing to dishes. Unlike apples which shrivel up when cooked or baked, oranges can provide a huge flair to a meal. Oranges can also supply, unlike apples, a huge nutritional value to the growing youth or just to an average adult. All of the citrus fruits such as grapefruits, lemons, limes and oranges provide a large amount of Vitamin C.

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