Our Favorite Apple Recipes

Fall's favorite fruit is delicious in savory dishes as well as sweet. We've paired apples with pork, chicken, and vegetables to create innovative dinners and snacks -- including apple cider chicken and apple bacon burgers, as well as cool apple smoothies and cozy apple stew.
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Cilantro-Lime Chicken and Sweet Potatoes

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Play up your basic chicken dinner with ingredients that hit every palate: sweet-tart Fuji apples, spicy red pepper, garlicky Brussels sprouts, and earthy cilantro. 

 

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Bacon-Cheddar Apple Tart

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This golden apple tart is topped with the crispiest of bacon and ultracreamy white cheddar cheese. Is it brunch yet?

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Apple-Pecan Pork Chops

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We can't hide it -- we're nuts about apples. Bubble them in butter, pair them with chops, then sprinkle on brown sugar and crunchy pecans for a fantastic fall dinner.

 

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Cider Pork and Apple Stew

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Fall calls for all things cozy, and we don't just mean sweaters. Whip up a bowl of soup you can sink into -- this broth-based recipe calls for five Granny Smith apples and a rainbow of in-season veggies. 

 

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Apple Cider Chicken

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Cider, apple brandy, and cinnamon spice up traditional chicken stew with warm fall flavors. Red and green apples add festive color to this hearty one-dish recipe.

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What You Didn’t Know About Cooking Pork Chops

The trick to sizzling pork chops? Apples and maple syrup. We'll show you how it's done!

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Bacon and Apple Waffles

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Everything's better with bacon. Dress up that warm plate of waffles with maple-glazed apples and bacon -- a combination so genius, you'll wish you thought of it first. 

 

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Pork Chops with Apples and Greens

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Day-old bread makes great crumbs for a crispy pork breading. Top with apples and spinach in a honey-mustard sauce.

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Stuffed Pork Chops with Apples and Walnuts

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Stuff your pork chops with a savory-sweet apple filling for a delicious new dinner idea. Top with a creamy sauce infused with apple juice.

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Ricotta, Gorgonzola, and Honey Spread

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Load baguette slices with ricotta mixed with fresh thyme, rosemary, and Gorgonzola cheese. Garnish with apple slices for an irresistible appetizer combo.

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Sandwich Secret: Apple Slaw

Forget the condiments. Meet your new favorite sandwich topper: apple slaw. Here's how to make it in 5 easy steps!

 

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Beet and Apple Soup with Horseradish Cream

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Let's get to the root of things: Food is better when colorful. Marry earthy beets and sweet apples in a soup so smooth and creamy, you'll be craving leftovers for days. 

 

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Apple and Sausage Rigatoni

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This five-ingredient recipe pairs sweet apples with spicy sausage and creamy Gorgonzola cheese for a 30-minute dinner that's easy and totally delicious.

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Apple-Zucchini Smoothies

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Give green apple a new profile -- with veggies! Toss in zucchini, broccoli, honey, and Greek yogurt, then blend away. Your morning smoothie never tasted so good. 

 

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Apple-Bourbon Country-Style Pork Ribs

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Fill your kitchen with the irresistible aroma of slow-cooked pork ribs simmering with apples and bourbon to create an easy, flavorful barbecue dish that only looks like you spent all day in the kitchen.

 

 

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Apple-Bacon Burger

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Mix ground beef, Italian sausage, and green apples to form burger patties. Top with apple slices and our homemade mayonnaise mixture for a truly unique burger recipe.

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Nutty Gorgonzola Apple Rings

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A sweet mix of candied walnuts, cheese, and honey tops apple slices for a quick and healthy snack.

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Pork Tenderloin with Apples and Onions

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Cooked apples and onions provide a mellow, sweet flavor that's perfect for pairing with a lightly seasoned pork tenderloin. This fall family favorite takes only 30 minutes to prepare in a skillet.

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Spiced Pork and Apples

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For a simple, flavorful meal idea, marinate pork in a ginger-packed Asian marinade overnight. The next day, bake your pork with apples and leftover marinade for a 20-minute dinner.

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Pan-Roasted Chicken with Brussels Sprouts and Apples

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A five-ingredient chicken dinner? We're so in! Toss chicken, Brussels sprouts, apples, maple syrup, and thyme in a pan, then sizzle away. 

 

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Apple-Anise Pizza

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Baked Granny Smith apples and shallots pair with the sharp, nutty flavors of walnuts and anise atop a crispy bread shell. Melty cheese and a drizzle of honey make this recipe perfect for a fall appetizer or snack. 

 

 

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Turkey, Bacon, and Apple Club

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The classic turkey club gets a fresh makeover with the help of a thyme-mustard mayonnaise and tart, crunchy apple slices.

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Apple-Buttered Sweet Potatoes

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Fall flavors like pumpkin pie spice, apple butter, and dried cranberries liven up this autumn squash and apple side dish.

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Apple Sherried Fruit

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Whip up this delicious glaze for a fruity waffle topping served warm from your slow cooker. Brown sugar and sherry combine with plums, apples, pears, and apricots for a delightful fall fruit topping.

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Apple and Cheddar Penne Pie

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Mac and cheese gets an elegant makeover, thanks to a springform pan, which allows this cheesy pasta dish to become a crispy, eye-catching pie. Thyme and sliced apples make a tasty garnish.

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Apple-Glazed Pork Loaf

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A fun take on meat loaf, our pork loaf combines sweet apple chunks with baked apples and apple jelly. Serve on ciabatta rolls with sweet potatoes.

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Apple, Ham, and Brie Panini

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Tart green apples and savory cranberry sauce add a fruity twist to traditional ham sandwiches. Heat them in a grill pan, skillet, or panini press for a toasted version.

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Curried Cider Pork Stew

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There's a reason our slow cooker apple-and-pork stew recipe gets such rave reviews: It's packed with squash, carrots, and a hint of apple sweetness. Though optional, the sour cream, orange peel, and oregano topping is a worthy addition.

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