Simple Apple Bacon Saute
Indulge in the perfect balance of sweet and savory with this Simple Apple Bacon Sauté, a quick and satisfying dish that’s bursting with flavor. Combining crispy bacon, tender caramelized apples, and warm spices like cinnamon, this recipe creates a comforting and flavorful side dish or topping that’s ready in just 25 minutes. The addition of brown sugar and a touch of butter enhances the natural sweetness of apples such as Honeycrisp or Fuji, while a sprinkle of black pepper and optional fresh parsley adds a delightful contrast. Ideal for brunch, holiday dinners, or as an elegant accompaniment to roasted meats, this dish will bring a comforting warmth to any table. Simple to prepare yet packed with gourmet appeal, this apple bacon sauté is sure to become a go-to favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 slices bacon
- 2 whole apple (such as Honeycrisp or Fuji)
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 teaspoon brown sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Cut the bacon into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large skillet over medium heat.
Cook the bacon, stirring occasionally, until crisp, about 5–7 minutes. Remove the cooked bacon and set aside on a plate lined with paper towels. Leave 1 tablespoon of the bacon grease in the skillet, discarding the rest.
While the bacon is cooking, core and slice the apples into thin wedges or bite-sized pieces. Leave the skin on for added texture, or peel if preferred.
In the same skillet with the reserved bacon grease, add the butter and let it melt over medium heat.
Add the sliced apples to the skillet, stirring to coat them in the melted butter and bacon grease.
Sprinkle the brown sugar, ground cinnamon, salt, and black pepper evenly over the apples. Stir well to combine.
Cook the apples, stirring occasionally, for 5–7 minutes or until they are tender and caramelized but still hold their shape.
Return the cooked bacon to the skillet and toss everything together. Cook for an additional 1–2 minutes to warm the bacon.
Taste and adjust seasoning, adding more salt or pepper if needed.
Transfer the apple and bacon mixture to a serving dish. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley, if desired, and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
120 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.9 g | 8% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.0 g | 15% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 16 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 225 mg | 10% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.5 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 12.1 g | ||
| Protein | 2.9 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 15 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.5 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 162 mg | 3% | |
*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.
