Apple Orchard Harvest Skillet

Caramelized apples and sweet onions glazed with maple, thyme and cinnamon in cast iron, finished with toasted pecans — sweet, savory, and straight from the orchard.

Ingredients

• 2 apples (Honeycrisp or Fuji), sliced
• 1 large sweet onion, sliced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tbsp maple syrup
• 1 tsp coarse black pepper
• 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/4 cup toasted pecans
• Optional: drizzle of balsamic reduction

Instructions

1. Caramelize. Heat olive oil in a large cast-iron skillet over medium heat. Add apples and onions. Cook 8–10 minutes until softened and lightly golden.
2. Season & glaze. Add garlic, maple syrup, pepper, thyme, cinnamon, and salt. Stir well to coat and let everything glaze together.
3. Add depth. Cook another 3–4 minutes until apples are tender and edges are caramelized.
4. Finish with crunch. Stir in toasted pecans. Remove from heat and drizzle with balsamic reduction if using.
5. Serve warm. Perfect as a side or over farro, quinoa, or with roasted chicken or pork.