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  5. Delicious and Versatile Recipes That Showcase Fall's Finest Apples

Delicious and Versatile Recipes That Showcase Fall's Finest Apples

By Emma Phelps October 13, 2021
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Pork with Apples, Bacon, and Sauerkraut
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Fall is without a doubt the most fun cooking time of year. With tailgates to plan and the big Thanksgiving feast right around the corner, we're always looking for ways to switch up our go-to seasonal food items. Apples galore mean a world of possibility for seasonal recipes. Go beyond your typical apple pie or apple cobbler recipe and surprise your guests with irresistible savory apple recipes for fall like an Apple, Celery and Romaine Salad at your next fall potluck. Switch up your tailgate recipes by adding Chicken Sausage with Fennel and Apples to the menu. From salads to savory apple dinner recipes to savory apple side dish recipes, and even a few breakfast bakes tucked in, we've rounded up our best savory apple recipes for you to enjoy. You won't find any apple desserts tucked in here, but you can still celebrate the season with the recipes that we've included.

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Shaved Carrot, Asparagus, and Apple Salad

Shaved Carrot, Asparagus, and Apple Salad
Credit: Antonis Achilleo; Prop Styling: Kay E. Clarke, Food Styling: Tina Bell Stamos

Recipe: Shaved Carrot, Asparagus, and Apple Salad

The angel hair cabbage in this salad pairs perfectly with the fresh shaved veggies and Granny Smith apples.

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Apple Cinnamon Bread

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Credit: Photographer: Jennifer Causey Food Stylist: Melissa Gray Prop Stylist: Christina Daley

Recipe: Apple Cinnamon Bread

Make sure that you microwave your apples before swirling them into the dough mixture. The microwave makes them just pliable enough to be easily incorporated into the bread. What about the savory element? Schmear on your favorite cream cheese for a savory-sweet breakfast bread. 

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Apple, Celery, and Romaine Salad with Pancetta and Blue Cheese

Apple, Celery, and Romaine Salad with Pancetta and Blue Cheese
Credit: Alison Gootee; Styling: Suzonne Stirling

Recipe: Apple, Celery, and Romaine Salad with Pancetta and Blue Cheese

If you're searching for a starter for your fall dinner party, the hunt stops here. Made with seasonal ingredients, this salad is simple to fix; and it can be made ahead of time.

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Baked Oatmeal with Apple, Cranberries, and Pecans

Baked Oatmeal with Apple, Cranberries, and Pecans
Credit: Antonis Achilleos; Prop Styling: Kathleen Varner; Food Styling: Maggie Ruggiero

Recipe: Baked Oatmeal with Apple, Cranberries, and Pecans

We can't think of a better way to start a fall morning than with a seasonal oatmeal bake. Thanks to a little meal prep on Sunday afternoon, you can enjoy this nutritious breakfast all week long. 

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Beet, Fennel, and Apple Salad

Beet, Fennel, and Apple Salad
Credit: Photo: Hector Manuel Sanchez; Prop Styling: Buffy Hargett Miller; Food Styling: William Smith

Recipe: Beet, Fennel, and Apple Salad

No matter the time of year, the best salads start with seasonal ingredients. When shopping for your bounty, look for beets that are firm with smooth skin. 

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Apple Muffins

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Credit: Stephen Devries; Prop Styling: Kay E. Clarke; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall

Recipe: Apple Muffins

Is there such a thing as too many apples? We don't think so. Pair these autumn muffins with warm apple cider and celebrate the season's star ingredient.

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Apple and Goat Cheese Salad with Candied Pecans

Apple and Goat Cheese Salad with Candied Pecans
Credit: Sheri Giblin

Recipe: Apple and Goat Cheese Salad with Candied Pecans

This salad will take everything that you think you know about arugula or kale and turn it on its head. By the time you're done mixing the vinaigrette and incorporating the other seasonal ingredients, your winter-green base will be tender with a satisfying crunch from the apples and candied pecans.

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Pecan Pancake with Caramel-Apple Topping

Pecan Pancakes with Caramel Apple Topping
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Recipe: Pecan Pancake with Caramel-Apple Topping

This pancake recipe is just as fluffy as your typical skillet pancakes but with the savory-sweet crunch of pecans and a Caramel-Apple Topping. 

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Turkey, Apple, and Brie Sandwich

Turkey, Apple, and Brie Sandwich
Credit: Photo: Victor Protasio; Prop Styling: Lindsey Lower; Food Styling: Chelsea Zimmer

Recipe: Turkey, Apple, and Brie Sandwich

The flavor combo in this sandwich is ideal for a crisp fall day watching your favorite football team.

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Pork and Sauerkraut Recipe with Apples and Bacon

Pork with Apples, Bacon, and Sauerkraut
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Recipe: Pork and Sauerkraut Recipe with Apples and Bacon

Pop this recipe in the slow cooker and prepare for the seasonal aromas to spread through your kitchen.

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Roasted Chicken with Apples and Herbs

Roasted Chicken with Apples and Herbs
Credit: Victor Protasio; Prop Styling: Ginny Branch; Food Styling: Chelsea Zimmer

Recipe: Roasted Chicken with Apples and Herbs

Who says a roast chicken is just reserved for the holidays? Start celebrating early and use up those leftover apples from the apple orchard with this recipe.

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Chicken, Apple, and Butternut Stew

Chicken, Apple, and Butternut Stew
Credit: Jennifer Causey; Styling: Claire Spollen

Recipe: Chicken, Apple, and Butternut Stew

The cider and chopped apples in this recipe will change the way that you think about fall stews. 

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Roast Chicken with Sweet Potatoes and Apples

Roast Chicken with Sweet Potatoes and Apples
Credit: Iain Bagwell; Prop Stylist: Heather Chadduck; Food Stylist: Ana Kelly

Recipe: Roast Chicken with Sweet Potatoes and Apples

This go-to chicken recipe will feed a crowd for a festive fall get-together.

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Skillet Pork Chops with Apples and Onions

Skillet Pork Chops with Apples and Onions
Credit: Becky Luigart Stayner

Recipe: Skillet Pork Chops with Apples and Onions

We love it when an impressive dish is also a one-pan-wonder. Warm up on a chilly fall evening with a plate of hearty pork chops and apples.  

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Potato Latkes with Warm Apple Compote and Aged Cheddar Topping

Potato Latkes with Warm Apple Compote and Aged Cheddar Topping
Credit: Hector Manuel Sanchez; Prop Styling: Buffy Hargett Miller; Food Styling: William Smith

Recipe: Potato Latkes with Warm Apple Compote and Aged Cheddar Topping

What's better than just a crispy latke? A latke with warm, spiced apples and tangy aged cheddar cheese on top.

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Chicken Sausage with Fennel and Apples

Chicken Sausage with Fennel and Apples
Credit: Hector Manuel Sanchez

Recipe: Chicken Sausage with Fennel and Apples

This recipe may appear intimidating at first glance, but with a few flavorful ingredients and just one sheet pan, you'll have this on the table in 50 minutes.

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Cranberry-Apple-Ginger Salad

Cranberry-Apple-Ginger Salad
Credit: Victor Protasio; Prop Styling: Ginny Branch Stelling; Food Styling: Emily Nabors Hall

Recipe: Cranberry-Apple-Ginger Salad

Add a little crunch to your cranberry salad with fresh apples and celery. Serve it once, and your Thanksgiving guests will request this side dish year after year. 

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Brussels Sprout Slaw with Apples and Pecans

Brussels Sprout Slaw with Apples and Pecans
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Recipe: Brussels Sprout Slaw with Apples and Pecans

There are so many things to love in this slaw. Shaved brussels sprouts, sweet Honeycrisp apples, tangy parmesan cheese, and toasted pecans make this slaw hearty enough to enjoy on its own or try it paired with your favorite protein.

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Cinnamon Apples

Warm Cinnamon Apples
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Recipe: Cinnamon Apples

Who can turn down a bowl of warm cinnamon apples? Add a bit of vanilla ice cream, and we're sold. 

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Cornbread Dressing with Smoked Sausage and Apples

Cornbread Dressing with Smoked Sausage and Apples
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Recipe: Cornbread Dressing with Smoked Sausage and Apples

This might look like any other cornbread dressing recipe, but one bite and you'll understand why it's a reader favorite.

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Chunky Applesauce

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Recipe: Chunky Applesauce

We're all for working smarter during the holidays. This applesauce recipe makes 14 servings, so it's ideal for large family get-togethers. Just pop all the ingredients in your slow cooker and your house will start to smell of delicious cinnamon and sugar.

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Apple Bread

Apple Bread
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Recipe: Apple Bread

There are few breads that are as delicious and easy to make as this one.  

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Chocolate Hazelnut Apple Sandwiches

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Recipe: Chocolate Hazelnut Apple Sandwiches

For days when you feel like switching up the kids' regular snack time routine (or even your own routine) give these chocolate hazelnut apple sandwiches a try.

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Applesauce Cake

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Recipe: Applesauce Cake

This recipe will convince you that it's perfectly acceptable to eat cake for breakfast. 

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Apple-Cranberry Coleslaw

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Recipe: Apple-Cranberry Coleslaw

With a few reliable store-bought ingredients like pre-shredded red cabbage and bottled dressing, you're just a quick mix away from enjoying this crunchy slaw.

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Apple Chips

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Recipe: Apple Chips

A guilt-free snack that requires only two ingredients? We'll take that any day.

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Applesauce Muffins

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Recipe: Applesauce Muffins

Applesauce and Greek yogurt are used in this recipe instead of oil or butter, so these muffins are the ideal healthy seasonal breakfast treat.

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Fried Arkansas Black Apples

Fried Arkansas Black Apples
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Recipe: Fried Arkansas Black Apples

Known for their almost-purple skins, Arkansas Black Apples are a delicious side option to add to your Thanksgiving table, or any fall gathering.

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Apple Butter-Pecan Quick Bread

Apple Butter-Pecan Quick Bread
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Recipe: Apple Butter-Pecan Quick Bread

Your guests will be amazed at how much flavor is packed into this simple quick bread recipe. If you don't have time to make homemade apple butter, you can always use a trusty store-bought version.

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    1 of 29 Shaved Carrot, Asparagus, and Apple Salad
    2 of 29 Apple Cinnamon Bread
    3 of 29 Apple, Celery, and Romaine Salad with Pancetta and Blue Cheese
    4 of 29 Baked Oatmeal with Apple, Cranberries, and Pecans
    5 of 29 Beet, Fennel, and Apple Salad
    6 of 29 Apple Muffins
    7 of 29 Apple and Goat Cheese Salad with Candied Pecans
    8 of 29 Pecan Pancake with Caramel-Apple Topping
    9 of 29 Turkey, Apple, and Brie Sandwich
    10 of 29 Pork and Sauerkraut Recipe with Apples and Bacon
    11 of 29 Roasted Chicken with Apples and Herbs
    12 of 29 Chicken, Apple, and Butternut Stew
    13 of 29 Roast Chicken with Sweet Potatoes and Apples
    14 of 29 Skillet Pork Chops with Apples and Onions
    15 of 29 Potato Latkes with Warm Apple Compote and Aged Cheddar Topping
    16 of 29 Chicken Sausage with Fennel and Apples
    17 of 29 Cranberry-Apple-Ginger Salad
    18 of 29 Brussels Sprout Slaw with Apples and Pecans
    19 of 29 Cinnamon Apples
    20 of 29 Cornbread Dressing with Smoked Sausage and Apples
    21 of 29 Chunky Applesauce
    22 of 29 Apple Bread
    23 of 29 Chocolate Hazelnut Apple Sandwiches
    24 of 29 Applesauce Cake
    25 of 29 Apple-Cranberry Coleslaw
    26 of 29 Apple Chips
    27 of 29 Applesauce Muffins
    28 of 29 Fried Arkansas Black Apples
    29 of 29 Apple Butter-Pecan Quick Bread

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