Maybe Whole Foods can sell organic apples, but I sure can't grow 'em.

She suggested that I take baby steps to make what's inside my home as pure as the organic apples and pears in my fruit bowl.

Ms. Gordon does suggest sticking with organic apples and potatoes, though.

You might also find bags of pre-sliced organic apples in your market that you can keep front and center in your fridge.

"One of our most rewarding experiences is getting an elderly Hispanic person into the store, who's never tasted an organic apple."

"He eats lots of organic apples," said Ms. Rubin.

So buying organic apples is a good use of your organic food dollars.

If you can't afford to buy organic apples, scrubbing their skins under running water can help reduce pesticide residues, too.

Blending a variety of organic apples gives the syrupy glaze a complex tart sweetness.

Sure, you've made the switch to organic apples and milk.