Description
This Old-Fashioned Apple and Cheese Casserole is a delightful blend of tart apples, warm spices, sharp cheddar cheese, and a crunchy buttery topping. It’s a comforting and nostalgic side dish that brings together sweet and savory flavors in every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
Apples:
- 4 cups peeled and sliced tart apples (such as Granny Smith)
Seasoning and Coating:
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
Cheese and Topping:
- 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese (grated)
- 1/2 cup crushed buttery crackers (such as Ritz)
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (melted)
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a medium casserole dish.
- Mix Apples: In a large bowl, toss apples with lemon juice, sugars, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt, and flour until coated.
- Layer: Spread half the apple mixture in the dish, top with half the cheese, repeat layers, finishing with cheese.
- Top and Bake: Combine crackers and butter, sprinkle over casserole. Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden and apples are tender.
- Rest and Serve: Let the casserole sit for 5 minutes before serving.
Notes
- This dish complements pork or poultry dishes with its sweet-savory profile.
- For added richness, consider mixing in some apple cider or a splash of vanilla extract to the apple filling.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 285
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
