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Savory Stuffed Baked Apples

JE
Jennifer

Cuisine: American
Categories: Side Dishes & Beef

Recipe Source: Dishing Up The Dirt

Savory Stuffed Baked Apples are a delightful and unexpected twist on a classic dish. These apples are hollowed out and filled with a savory mixture of breadcrumbs, herbs, cheese, and a touch of sausage or bacon, creating a perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors. As they bake, the apples soften to a tender texture, allowing the stuffing to soak in their natural sweetness while adding richness and depth from the savory filling. The result is a comforting and unique dish that’s perfect as a side for roasted meats, a light dinner, or even an elegant appetizer. Savory Stuffed Baked Apples are a delicious way to showcase the versatility of this seasonal fruit.

Savory Stuffed Baked Apples
apples

Difficulty: EASY

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 45 minutes

Total Time: 1 hour

Serving Size: 6 servings

Ingredients:

  • 4 tbs butter
  • 2 tbs olive oil
  • 1 yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 ribs of celery, chopped
  • 4 Italian sausages, removed from casings
  • 1/4 cup crushed walnuts
  • 6 sage leaves, chopped
  • leaves from 2-3 fresh thyme sprigs
  • 1 cup bread crumbs
  • 1/4 cup parmesan cheese
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 6 apples
  • Parsley for garnish

Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Heat 2 tbs of the butter and the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and celery. Cook stirring often until they are soft, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the sausage to the pan and mix until the meat is broken up and no longer pink. Add the herbs, bread crumbs, nuts and cheese. Mix well.
  3. Cut off the top third of each apple. Using a small spoon scrape out the center removing the core and the seeds, and just enough of the flesh to make a nice hollow for the stuffing. (Be sure not to overly scrape out the apple, otherwise they will fall apart in the oven!) Fill each apple with the stuffing and put a small dot of the remaining butter on each apple.
  4. Bake the apples until the flesh is tender and the stuffing is golden brown. About 45 minutes to an hour. Garnish with parsley and serve. We enjoyed our apples with a side of sauteed brussels sprouts. A great combination with the apples!
  5. Enjoy