An apple a day keeps the doctor away, so the saying goes. Whether or not this is true, apples are a powerhouse food. They are full of fiber and vitamins, but are still sweet enough that your kids want to eat them. Can’t beat that. Every apple lover has a favorite apple dessert recipe, but what about dinner? Apples are equally good in savory dishes as they are in sweet.


Today is Eat an Apple Day and in honor of that, we’ve decided to bring you some lesser known apple dishes. Every recipe in this list is a savory delight made sweeter with this fruit favorite. Paired with cheese, or sausage or mustard glazes, these recipes are guaranteed to please. Whether you are serving them to impress company or just to feed your own family, you can’t go wrong.

Here are the top 10 savory dishes with apples for Eat an Apple Day.

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Apple and cheddar quiche

This cheesy quiche adds apples for sweetness. Pie lovers everywhere know that apples and cheddar go great together.


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Caramelized onion, mushroom, apple & gruyere bites

The sweetness of the caramelized onions pairs wonderfully with the apples’ sweetness. Mix in the smoky cheese and mushrooms and you have an impressive appetizer.


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Chicken sautéed with apples

Sweet apples mixed with the bite of mustard make this chicken unique and tasty.


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Roasted potatoes with apples, sausage and maple mustard glaze

Another mustard glazed dish, this one pairs potatoes and sausage with the sugary apple flavor. Just perfect.


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Apple cheddar soup

Another pairing of apples and cheddar, this recipe makes a soup that your guests may not have heard of, but will absolutely love.


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Apple and bacon risotto

Looking for something a little fancier to impress the stuffiest of guests? Try this risotto that mixes sweet apple with smoky bacon and adds the savory flavor of thyme.


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Potato and apple gratin

Potatoes have a mild flavor on their own, but pair them with apples and cheese, and you’re sure to have a crowd pleaser on your hands.


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Apple, almond and smoked mozzarella farro salad

A grain salad combining nuts, cheese, and apples to create something delicious and distinctive.


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Stuffed pork chops

Mixing the flavors of pork and apples isn’t new, but nonetheless this traditional dish is absolutely lovely.


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Sausage-stuffed grilled apples

Again, savory sausage teams up with cooked apples. Grilling the apples really brings out their flavor and they’re not overpowered by other ingredients.