This Harvest Delicata Squash and Apple Sauté is a simple, wholesome side dish that celebrates the flavors of fall. Sweet delicata squash pairs beautifully with crisp apple, while onion, celery, garlic, and marjoram add savory depth. It’s quick to prepare and makes a colorful, nutrient-rich addition to any autumn table—perfect alongside roasted chicken, pork, or...Read More

Wine-braised cabbage with apples and chestnuts is a rustic yet elegant dish that celebrates the flavors of autumn. Slowly cooked with white wine, onions, carrots, and herbs, the cabbage becomes tender and infused with subtle sweetness. Apples add brightness, while chestnuts lend an earthy richness, creating a perfect balance of flavors. Serve it as a...Read More

Pork chops and apples are a timeless pairing, and this recipe takes the classic to a new level with a creamy apple brandy sauce. Thick-cut pork loin chops are seared until golden, then finished gently in the oven while a rich pan sauce comes together. Sweet-tart apples, shallots, rosemary, apple cider, and cream create a...Read More

I was a latecomer to the galette. Not quite a pie, and not quite a tart, this open-face pastry is made from a simple crust, a layer of fruit, and edges folded roughly around the filling. As a classically trained pastry chef, it didn’t initially appeal to me. I’m convinced most pastry chefs (and chocolatiers,...Read More

An apple galette is the perfect balance of rustic charm and indulgence. Unlike a traditional pie loaded with extra sugar and thick layers of filling, a galette is lighter, thinner, and beautifully simple. Each slice is just the right portion—no heavier than a slice of pizza—yet it delivers all the buttery, flaky pastry and sweet,...Read More

German Sweet and Sour Cabbage, or Apfelrotkohl, is a beloved side dish that captures the essence of hearty German cooking. Its vibrant red hue, tender texture, and perfect balance of tangy vinegar, sweet apples, and warm spices make it a standout on any table. Traditionally served during fall and winter, this dish is especially popular...Read More

INGREDIENTS: 1 onion, chopped 1 clove garlic, minced 1/2 teaspoon curry powder 1 1/2  tablespoons butter, unsalted 1 large Granny Smith apple, peeled and chopped 4 cups cauliflower flowerets or potatoes 1 1/2 cups chicken stock or vegetable stock 1 cup water 1/4 cup cream METHOD: In a large saucepan, melt butter over moderately low...Read More

The apple in this dish brings out the sweetness of the cauliflower, and the potato adds body and echoes the nutty flavors of cauliflower. Apple Balsamic vinegar can be found in gourmet shops and better grocery stores. It is a syrupy vinegar made as Balsamic vinegar is made, but uses apple juice as a starting...Read More