Savoury Baked Apples Ricardo Style

Elevate your next meal with 'Savoury Baked Apples Ricardo Style,' a creative twist on the classic baked apple. This recipe marries the natural sweetness of firm apples like Granny Smith or Honeycrisp with a savory, flavor-packed filling of ground sausage, sautéed onions, fresh thyme, sage, and melted cheddar cheese. Hollowed and roasted to tender perfection, these stuffed apples boast a golden breadcrumb topping and a drizzle of olive oil for added richness. Garnished with fresh parsley, they’re ideal as a standout side dish or light main course. With just 20 minutes of prep time and 30 minutes in the oven, these baked apples are both elegant and easy to make, perfect for impressing guests or cozy weeknight dining. Search no further for your next crowd-pleasing recipe—this one’s guaranteed to deliver!

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces large firm apples (Granny Smith or Honeycrisp)
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 250 grams ground sausage
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
• 0.5 teaspoon ground sage
• 1 cup breadcrumbs
• 0.5 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 tablespoon olive oil (for drizzling)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Cut the tops off the apples and use a spoon or melon baller to carefully scoop out the core and some of the flesh, creating a hollow cavity for the filling. Be careful not to puncture the bottom of the apple.

Step 3

Place the hollowed apples in a baking dish and set aside.

Step 4

In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and cook for 3-4 minutes until softened.

Step 5

Add the minced garlic and sauté for another 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 6

Add the ground sausage to the skillet and cook thoroughly, breaking it up into small pieces with a wooden spoon. This should take about 5-7 minutes.

Step 7

Stir in the thyme, sage, breadcrumbs, and shredded cheddar cheese. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the mixture is fully combined and the cheese has melted slightly.

Step 8

Season the filling with salt and black pepper, then remove the skillet from heat.

Step 9

Spoon the sausage mixture into the hollowed apples, packing it in gently to fill each apple fully.

Step 10

Drizzle a little olive oil over the stuffed apples.

Step 11

Bake the apples in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the apples are tender but still hold their shape, and the filling is golden and bubbling.

Step 12

Remove the baked apples from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.

Step 13

Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve warm. These savoury baked apples are perfect as a side dish or light main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1374.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2271.8

Total Fat 135.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 54.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 327mg	0%
Sodium 5324.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 211.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.5g	0%
Total Sugars 101.9g
Protein 80.6g	0%

Vitamin D 12IU	0%
Calcium 579.6mg	0%
Iron 9.8mg	0%
Potassium 1125.9mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.0%

Protein: 13.5%

Carbs: 35.5%