Fried Apples N Onions Little House
Transport yourself to the rustic charm of pioneer kitchens with this heartwarming dish of Fried Apples N Onions, inspired by the tales of Little House on the Prairie. This delightful recipe combines the natural sweetness of caramelized apples with the savory depth of golden onions, all brought together in a buttery skillet with hints of brown sugar and warm cinnamon spice. Perfectly balanced with a touch of salt—and an optional kick of black pepper—this nostalgic dish takes only 25 minutes to prepare and makes a versatile addition to any meal. Serve it as a comforting side dish, a hearty breakfast accompaniment, or even a unique dessert topping. Enjoy a taste of simple pleasures with this quick and flavorful recipe that evokes the homestead spirit!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 apples (medium, firm varieties like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
- 1 yellow onion (large)
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.125 teaspoons black pepper (optional, for a hint of spice)
Instructions
Peel and core the apples, then slice them into thin wedges. Set aside.
Peel and thinly slice the yellow onion into rings or half-rings, depending on your preference.
In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat until it begins to bubble slightly.
Add the onion slices to the skillet. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 3-5 minutes until they start to soften and become translucent.
Add the apple slices to the skillet with the onions. Stir to mix them evenly.
Sprinkle the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, salt, and black pepper (if using) over the apple and onion mixture. Stir gently to coat everything evenly.
Continue cooking the mixture over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for 8-10 minutes or until the apples are tender and slightly caramelized and the onions are soft and golden.
Remove the skillet from heat and taste-test for seasoning. Adjust salt and pepper if needed.
Serve warm as a side dish, breakfast item, or even a dessert topping!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
176 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.9 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.5 g | 27% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 23 mg | 8% | |
| Sodium | 187 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.6 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.0 g | ||
| Protein | 0.9 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.2 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 26 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 218 mg | 5% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
