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Baked Bacon Recipe – How to Bake Bacon Two Ways
https://www.rachelcooks.com/2019/11/22/baked-bacon/

Love bacon but hate the hassle and mess? Baked bacon is the answer: very little mess and perfect bacon slices every time!
True confession: I love bacon. I love bacon, eggs, and pancakes for Saturday morning breakfasts, I love bacon in salads, on pizza, in sandwiches (yum, BLTs), and….you get the idea. You’ll find that plenty of my recipes include bacon.
But I don’t love making it. Frying it on my stove top always makes a big greasy mess that’s a pain to clean up. Plus, have you ever been hit by a burning hot splatter of bacon grease? Ouch! It almost makes me not want to make bacon. Almost.
But here’s a news flash: you don’t have to fry bacon. In fact, there’s a much easier method to cook bacon: you bake it!
Baked in the oven on a rimmed baking pan lined with foil, which incidentally you can just throw away afterwards right along with the bacon grease, you’ll have nice flat bacon slices every time. You don’t even have to flip it over. It will be perfectly crisp every time. No splatters of grease on the stove or on you!
Are you convinced yet? I hope so because baked bacon is a game changer in my mind. I’m not sure I will ever go back to frying bacon strips.
Besides, isn’t it kind of fun to say “baked bacon?” E got the giggles when I informed her I was writing about “baked bacon.”
About this baked bacon:
It’s so easy that I almost hesitate to call it a recipe. It’s more of a cooking method. You can bake it with a rack or without (that’s the two ways). The results are nearly the same.
Simply line a large rimmed baking pan with foil. Use heavy duty foil or two layers of regular foil. Make sure the foil goes right up the sides of the pan to ensure that the bacon grease doesn’t seep underneath. You don’t want that to happen because it will mean more clean up time.
If you want to use a wire rack, set it in the baking pan and spray it lightly with cooking spray.
I like to buy center cut bacon because there’s a little less fat. You may use what you prefer. Separate the strips and place them either directly on the foil or on the baking rack, trying not to have them touch each other (kind of sounds like my kids in the back seat–he touched me, no I didn’t, she touched me! Sound familiar?).
Place the pan in a cold oven, no need to preheat, and turn the oven temp to 400ºF. Bake for approximately 25 minutes. Baking time will vary, depending on how thick the bacon slices are. Keep a close eye on the bacon near the end of the baking time because it can go from not done to overdone sort of quickly.
There’s no need to flip the bacon at all, not even once. It will crisp perfectly.
Using tongs, remove the bacon from the pan and place it on paper towels to drain. If I’m feeling particularly health-conscious, I pat the tops of the bacon with more paper towels to blot up some of the excess grease.
That’s all there is! You can enjoy your bacon without having to think about a big clean up. All you’ll need to do is remove the foil from the pan and toss it in the trash. Usually I don’t even have to wash the baking pan. If you used a rack, you will have to wash that. Hopefully it will fit in the dishwasher!
FAQs
Is baked bacon healthier?
If you bake it on a rack, there will be a little less grease on the bacon, making it a bit healthier. Honestly, bacon isn’t really a healthy food, it’s just tasty.
Is it better to bake or fry bacon?
In my opinion, there’s no comparison. Advantages of baking bacon far outweigh the advantages of fried bacon.
Just to review baked bacon: perfectly flat separate strips, no grease splatters, no standing over the stove flipping bacon, pretty much the same amount of cooking time, very little clean up.
Why use a baking rack?
There will be slightly less grease on your bacon because much of it will drip down off the bacon into the pan, leaving very little on the bacon. Less grease means fewer calories. Using a rack also results in slightly straighter, flatter bacon slices.
Reheating and Storage Tips
I like to cook a whole pound of bacon at a time even if I’m not planning on using that much. After it’s drained and cooled, put it in a zip-top bag in the refrigerator or freezer to use at a later date. In the refrigerator, it should last 4 to 5 days and in the freezer, 3-4 months.
It doesn’t take long to thaw, 10 minutes at the most. Reheat it in the oven or toaster oven for 5 minutes or microwave briefly, 15 seconds. If you’re using it in a recipe, you can use it right from the refrigerator or freezer.
Recipes for that delicious bacon:
Unless you plan to eat it all, right from the oven. Always a temptation!
Ingredients
- 1 pound regular or center cut bacon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400ºF. Line a rimmed baking pan (half sheet pan) with foil, using a couple layers, so the edges of the pan are covered as well (this prevents the grease from going under the foil).
- If you prefer, you can place the uncooked bacon on a wire rack, set on the foil-lined rimmed baking sheet. Spray the rack lightly with cooking spray.
- Lay bacon on the foil or on the rack, in a single layer, not overlapping slices.
- Bake for 25 minutes or until it reaches desired crispness. Rotate pan once during cooking so bacon cooks evenly. Keep an eye on it because it goes from not done to burnt pretty quickly.
- Using tongs, carefully remove bacon from baking sheet and place on a paper towel lined plate to drain.
Notes
- Using a wire rack will result in flatter bacon strips, with a little less grease.
- Thicker cut bacon will require slightly more cooking time.
- Using a convection oven: Baking 2 pans of bacon at once in a convection oven took about 20 minutes.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 4
Serving Size: approx. 4 slices
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 531
Total Fat: 40g
Saturated Fat: 14g
Trans Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 25g
Cholesterol: 112mg
Sodium: 1910mg
Carbohydrates: 2g
Fiber: 0g
Sugar: 0g
Protein: 38g
RachelCooks.com sometimes provides nutritional information, but these figures should be considered estimates, as they are not calculated by a registered dietitian. Please consult a medical professional for any specific nutrition, diet, or allergy advice.
Verdict: Bacon. It’s bacon. I love bacon.
Husband’s take: Ben also loves bacon. It’s bacon. We all love bacon.
Changes I would make: None!!
Difficulty: Very easy!
Cooking
Cranberry Sauce with Roasted Grapes, Apples, and Shallots
https://www.rachelcooks.com/2019/11/11/cranberry-sauce-with-roasted-grapes/

Add this beautiful jewel toned side to your holiday menu! Cranberry sauce with roasted grapes, apples, and shallots provides a burst of flavor, both sweet and savory, that is unforgettable.
Have you ever tried roasting grapes? Maybe you’re thinking, hmmm, roasted grapes would be like raisins, right? Kind of shriveled up, chewy, and dry? Not that appealing…
I pretty much roast everything (have you tried roasted butternut squash or Brussels sprouts?) so I thought, why not give roasted grapes a try? I had a bunch of grapes in the fridge so I tossed them with olive oil and a little maple syrup, put them on a corner of a pan of roasting sweet potatoes, and was blown away by the results. The grapes do shrivel, just a bit, which looks really kind of intriguing, and the insides turn into a jammy delight. Not even remotely like raisins!
When I saw a recipe for cranberry sauce with roasted grapes, cranberries, apples, and shallots in Cooking Light, I knew I had to try it. I adapted it quite a bit to make it my own and the results are startlingly delicious.
I almost hesitate to call it cranberry sauce because it’s a total departure from traditional cranberry sauce with ground up cranberries and oranges, or cooked cranberries with tons of sugar. The roasted fruit and shallots make this cranberry sauce a taste experience that outshines any other cranberry sauce. I’m sure you’ll agree!
P.S. Don’t wait until the holidays to try this recipe. You’re going to want to try this cranberry sauce right away now that apples are in season. It’s a great side for chicken, pork tenderloin, grilled salmon, or a vegetarian pilaf. And it’s a breeze to make.
About this Cranberry Sauce with Roasted Grapes
Looking at the photos of this cranberry sauce with roasted grapes, apples and shallots, I can’t believe how beautiful it is! I love how the cranberries and grapes intensify in color as they roast in the oven, and how the apples and shallots absorb the color from the cranberries, turning a deep rose color. It’s a visual feast.
And the fruit smells heavenly as it roasts in your oven! You’ll be surprised at how easy it is to make this cranberry sauce.
After preheating your oven, add shallots, apples, and grapes and a bit of mild tasting oil (I used avocado but olive oil would be fine, too) to a large rimmed roasting pan. Roast for five minutes or so, then add cranberries and stir together. Roast for twenty-five minutes or until shallots and apples are tender.
I mix the roasted fruit and shallots with a mixture of melted butter, maple syrup, and fresh chopped thyme to enhance the flavors and give the fruit a more sauce-like consistency. Oh, so yummy! Be careful if you try a spoonful or two–you may end up eating the whole thing!
Let the mixture cool for a bit before serving. Gently spoon it into that fancy bowl that your great-grandma gave you (or that you found at a thrift shop!). Garnish with a few sprigs of fresh thyme. You’ll hardly need a centerpiece with this beautiful roasted fruit on your holiday table.
Cranberry sauce with roasted grapes, apples, and shallots is great served at room temperature which makes it an ideal holiday side. You don’t have to be making it at the last minute. Make it early in the day, let it cool, cover it, and set it on your counter until dinner is served.
If you make it a day or two ahead, I would refrigerate it in a sealable container. Take it out of the refrigerator in the morning and let it come to room temperature before serving. Give it a gentle stir before putting it into a serving bowl.
How to make this recipe your own:
This recipe is really versatile. Here are some suggestions for changing it up to make it your own:
- Add more grapes, apples or shallots. You could add up to a cup more of each.
- Use fresh or frozen cranberries; both kinds work well. You don’t have to thaw the frozen ones, just put them right onto the roasting pan. The cranberries add a lot of tartness so be a little careful with adding more, unless you compensate with more maple syrup.
- I like Honeycrisp apples but you can use any apple variety that stays somewhat firm when cooked, like Gala, Jonathan, Granny Smith, or Cortland.
- Red grapes are beautiful but green or purple grapes would work well, too. Just make sure they’re seedless!
- If you can’t find shallots, use red onion or sweet onion. Or no onion!
- Not crazy about thyme? Substitute an herb you like better, maybe chopped chives or parsley. Or just leave out the herbs.
- If you don’t have maple syrup, use a couple of tablespoons of brown sugar, honey, or agave syrup to sweeten the sauce. Actually, the fruits are so sweet you could skip the sweetener.
I hope you enjoy this recipe for cranberry sauce with roasted grapes, apples, and shallots as much as I do!
More holiday sides that are just a little bit unique:
Like to think outside of the box when it comes to holiday recipes? Looking for healthier alternatives to the traditional? Here’s a few more recipes that I think you’ll love.
Ingredients
- 2 cups seedless red grapes, washed and stemmed
- 2 cups chopped apple (Honeycrisp, Granny Smith, or other firm variety)
- 1 cup shallots (3 small or 2 large), peeled and chopped into ½ inch pieces
- 1 tablespoon avocado oil (or olive oil)
- 2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries (about 8 ounces)
- 2 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
- 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon fresh thyme
- extra thyme sprigs for garnish, if desired
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425ºF. Line rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. Place grapes, apple, and shallot on baking sheet and toss with avocado oil. Bake in preheated oven until shallot starts to soften, about 5 minutes.
- While fruit mixture is roasting, combine the melted butter, maple syrup, salt, and thyme in a small bowl.
- Remove baking sheet from oven, add cranberries, and stir to combine ingredients. Continue to cook until cranberries begin to burst, about 25 minutes.
- Remove baking sheet from oven and carefully transfer cranberry mixture into a heat-safe bowl. Gently stir in butter, maple syrup, salt, and thyme.
- Cool at least 1 hour before serving. Garnish with sprigs of fresh thyme, if desired.
Notes
- No need to thaw frozen cranberries, just use them as is.
- This cranberry sauce would be delicious served with turkey, chicken, pork, or salmon, or vegetarian pilafs.
- Recipe adapted from Cooking Light.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 8
Serving Size: 1/4 cup
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 121
Total Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 8mg
Sodium: 71mg
Carbohydrates: 21g
Fiber: 3g
Sugar: 15g
Protein: 1g
RachelCooks.com sometimes provides nutritional information, but these figures should be considered estimates, as they are not calculated by a registered dietitian. Please consult a medical professional for any specific nutrition, diet, or allergy advice.
Verdict: Since I’ve been raving about it for paragraphs on end, it’s probably no surprise that I love this recipe.
Husband’s take: A little bit outside the box for Ben, but he still enjoys it and doesn’t complain.
Changes I would make: None are necessary, but have fun with some of the adaptations I mentioned.
Difficulty: Easy!
Cooking
Crispy Sweet Potato Tacos – Vegan
https://www.rachelcooks.com/2019/11/13/sweet-potato-tacos/

Beer marinated roasted sweet potatoes, charred corn, creamy avocado, crisp onions, and fresh cilantro, wrapped in a soft corn tortilla, make these vegetarian sweet potato tacos a taste sensation!
You’re going to love these amazing crispy sweet potato tacos. They have everything going for them, involving nearly all the senses.
Imagine the texture: buttery roasted sweet potatoes, chewy bits of corn, crisp fresh onions, creamy avocado, leafy cilantro. Then the flavorful smells: malty beer marinade as the potatoes slowly roast, the sharp bright flavor of onions and cilantro, corn tortillas toasting. The colors are so beautiful too: deep orange potatoes, lightly browned, golden yellow corn, bright avocado, fiery red hot sauce, and deep cilantro green. And you haven’t even taken a bite yet!
The recipe comes from my friend and colleague, Jackie of The Beeroness. They’re from her third book, Lush: A Season by Season Celebration of Craft Beer and Produce, and let me tell you, the book is stunning!
It’s a season-by-season guide to cooking with beer, and it’s all vegetarian recipes full of amazing, seasonal produce. The photos are gorgeous, and the recipes are flavor-forward, yet still very approachable. More on the book soon. But first… let’s talk about these tacos!
About these sweet potato tacos:
The beer marinated sweet potatoes make these tacos so outstanding! You may wonder whether marinating raw sweet potatoes really works (my mom was super skeptical) and I’m here to tell you, the flavor of these marinated sweet potatoes is outstanding.
After cutting the peeled sweet potatoes into long narrow planks, they are submerged in a nice brown ale bath for at least three hours and up to twelve hours. They emerge from this soaking smelling of toasty caramel, kind of yeasty, and…well, like a nice brown ale.
Note:
Jackie recommends a “winter ale” for this recipe. If you’re not a beer aficionado, she has you covered with this description:
“Although the idea of a ‘winter ale’ varies wildly from brewery to brewery, there are some common themes. Most often, beer that has been designated a winter ale falls into the category of a strong ale. However, they can also include anything from an IPA to a stout. Winter warmers are generally higher in ABV, have strong malt profiles, range from dark amber to inky black, and frequently contain spices such as cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.”
I chose Short’s Bellaire Brown for this recipe. Short’s is a Michigan brewery, and we love drinking this beer as well as using it in recipes like this one, so it was a great choice for this recipe.
After the sweet potatoes marinate, you’ll want to rinse them well and dry them thoroughly for maximum browning in the oven as they roast. But wait, don’t put them in the oven yet! First, you’re going to coat them with a nice even layer of olive oil, a little garlic and onion powder, and salt and pepper.
Spread them flat on a large rimmed baking sheet and roast until those sweet potato planks are soft on the inside and crisp on the outside. Perfect! I like mine nice and brown so I broil them a few extra minutes.
The crispy sweet potatoes are the base of these tacos. Next comes charred corn. I add corn to the baking sheet with the sweet potatoes to char it lightly.
To heat the corn tortillas, set each tortilla over a gas flame for a few seconds on each side or use a hot skillet to heat them.
Beer flavored sweet potatoes, charred corn, crisp onions, creamy avocado, fiery hot sauce, and fresh cilantro, wrapped in a flavorful corn tortilla! Doesn’t get much better than that!
How to make these tacos your own:
- As I mentioned above, the sweet potatoes are the base of these tacos. While the beer marinated, roasted sweet potatoes are a grand slam, you could also use mashed, grilled, or these spicy sweet potatoes.
- For more protein, add black beans, refried beans, cheese, or sour cream. You could add grilled chicken or taco meat, seasoned with my homemade taco seasoning.
- To add more spiciness, top them with this homemade restaurant style salsa, or another salsa of your choosing. Salsa verde is really, really good on these crispy sweet potato tacos! Another great ideas would be pickled red onions (which are good on almost anything!).
- You could add shredded lettuce or kale for fresh crispiness.
About LUSH: A Season by Season Celebration of Craft Beer and Produce
Highly recommend this book, you guys! It’s not only full of great recipes, but it’s contains a ton of super informative content about beer as well as cooking seasonly. Food tastes better when it’s in season and fresh, so this is a fantastic way to approach cooking and to prevent boredom in the kitchen.
Here are some more recipes I can’t wait to try:
- Salt-Roasted Golden Beets with Whipped Belgian Ale Mascarpone and Herb Gremolata
- English Pea and Bock Risotto
- Grilled Romain with IPA-Pickled Strawberries (YUM)
- Beer-Sautéed Apple, Caramelized Onion, and Brie Sandwiches
- Blueberry-Lavender Summer Ale Clafoutis
- Roasted Cabbage Wedges with Feta-Mustard Beer Vinaigrette
- Mexican Street Corn Beer Cakes with Chipotle Creme
- Spiced Rutabaga and Porter Cake
Truth be told, that was a really hard list to write because I want to make so many recipes in this book! It’s definitely worth checking out if I haven’t convinced you yet!

Photo Credit: Jacquelyn Dodd
Tip: This book would be great for gift giving to any beer-lover in your life! Pair it with a six-pack of their favorite beer (or even better, a custom mixed six-pack and you’re good to go!
Reheating and Storage Tips
These are definitely best eaten right away! If you want to make the crispy sweet potato planks ahead of time, you could roast them a day or two ahead. I would store them in a large container so you can kind of spread them out. To serve, reheat on a roasting pan under the broiler for about 5 minutes so they crisp up again as they reheat.
Other vegetarian and vegan taco recipes:
If you love these as much as I do, I’m guessing you’ll love these recipes too! They have so many flavorful ingredients that even meat lovers won’t miss the meat.
Ingredients
- 2 large garnet sweet potatoes, cut into 1/2 inch wedges
- 1 tablespoon + 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
- 1 1/2 cups winter ale (see note)
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 12 corn tortillas, lightly browned over a gas flame or in a hot skillet
- 1 cup frozen corn kernels, thawed
- 1 avocado, peeled and diced
- 1/2 medium white onion, chopped
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
- Hot pepper sauce, for serving
Instructions
- Put the sweet potato wedges in a large, shallow bowl. Sprinkle 1 tablespoon of the salt over them and add the beer. Add enough water to fully submerge the potato wedges. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 3 hours and up to 12 hours.
- Position a rack in the top third of the oven. Place a rimmed baking sheet on the rack. Preheat oven to 425ºF.
- Drain the potatoes and rinse well. Pat them dry with paper towels, removing as much moisture as possible to help them crisp. Transfer them to a large bowl. Add the olive oil, onion powder, garlic powder, pepper, and remaining 1 teaspoon of salt and toss to coat.
- Transfer the potatoes to the preheated baking sheet and spread them out in a single layer. Bake for 15 minutes. Flip the potatoes over and bake for an additional 10 minutes or until the undersides are golden brown. Remove the potatoes from the oven and transfer to paper towels to drain.
- Top each tortilla with 2 or 3 sweet potato wedges and some of the corn, avocado, onions, cilantro, and hot sauce. Serve.
Notes
- Recipe used with permission from Lush: A Season by Season Celebration of Craft Beer and Produce, by Jacquelyn Dodd.
- If you would like the sweet potatoes to brown a bit more, put them under the broiler for about 5 minutes after baking them.
- To char the corn, add it to the baking sheet with sweet potatoes, spray it lightly with olive oil and broil it until lightly charred.
- I chose a brown ale with caramel notes for this recipe.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield: 4
Serving Size: 3 tacos
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 461
Total Fat: 17g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 13g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 633mg
Carbohydrates: 68g
Fiber: 12g
Sugar: 9g
Protein: 9g
RachelCooks.com sometimes provides nutritional information, but these figures should be considered estimates, as they are not calculated by a registered dietitian. Please consult a medical professional for any specific nutrition, diet, or allergy advice.
Verdict: I absolutely love these tacos. I couldn’t believe how much you can taste the flavors of the beer…it was such a pleasant surprise!
Husband’s take: I’m not sure Ben has had the opportunity to try these yet!
Changes I would make: None are necessary, but you could definitely have some fun with the toppings!
Difficulty: Easy!

Apple compote with cinnamon will have tantalizing autumn scents wafting through your kitchen! This versatile compote is a delicious addition to breakfast, lunch, dinner, or dessert!
We Michiganders don’t have to travel far to find apple orchards. I estimate there are at least four or five apple orchards within a ten mile radius of my home. In fact, we have several apple trees right in our backyard!
So it’s only natural that I’m bringing you this delicious apple compote recipe. I always have a ready supply of crisp red apples in my fridge. They’re so good eaten fresh but I think that they’re even a little bit better cooked, especially with a healthy dash of cinnamon. Apple cinnamon, cinnamon apple, a match made in heaven, don’t you think?
I just love this cooked apple compote with cinnamon. It’s very easy to make and you’ll see there are so many ways to use it. It’s perfect for pancakes and so much else!
About this Apple Compote:
So easy to prepare, you’ll have this ready to serve in 20 minutes or less, and most of that time is hands off.
Melt a couple of tablespoons of butter in a small skillet, add chopped apples, peeled or not peeled (your preference), brown sugar, and cinnamon and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the apples are tender, 15 minutes or so.
I used a combination of Honeycrisp and Gala apples but any flavorful apple will work. I like apples that stay a little firm when cooked, such as Honeycrisp, Gala, Jonathan, Granny Smith, or Cortland. Use your favorite variety. If you prefer a compote that is more like applesauce, use a softer apple variety.
This apple compote with cinnamon is delicious as a topping for pancakes, warm and sweet with the slight tartness of the apples shining through.
But don’t stop there! This versatile apple compote would elevate a humdrum bowl of oatmeal or other cooked cereal. Just swirl it on top and enjoy the extra flavor it brings. Or add it to your morning yogurt or make it part of a yogurt breakfast bowl with crunchy granola added.
How about lunch? Spread a little apple compote on a sandwich with deli turkey, cheddar, watercress, and a hint of stoneground mustard. Or dollop it on a bowl of butternut squash soup.
Imagine dinner with pork roast or pork chops, nestled on the plate with apple compote, mashed sweet potatoes, and roasted green beans. The apples and cinnamon perfectly complement the rich flavor of the pork.
Or think of apple compote as dessert: a spoonful or two on cinnamon ice cream and a sprinkling of crunchy oat topping (yum! just like apple crisp!) or top a plain yellow cake with apple compote and a dollop of whipped cream. Add apple compote to a bowl of homemade vanilla pudding for a simple yet elegant dessert.
How to make this easy compote your own:
- Cinnamon is a must but you could also add nutmeg, cardamom, ginger, or allspice. Try fresh grated ginger or even a splash of lemon juice.
- If you prefer a compote that is more like applesauce, use a softer apple variety, like McIntosh, or continue to cook until it is softer.
- If you’re not a fan of apple peels, feel free to remove them. I like the color, texture, and nutrition they add, but this compote will be delicious with or without them.
- You could add other fruits. I love blueberries cooked into this compote! Cherries, chopped pear, or raisins would be so delicious, too.
Reheating and Storage Tips
If you make the apple compote ahead or simply have some left over, put it into a covered container and store it in the fridge. You can reheat it gently on the stove or in the microwave. It’s delicious at room temperature, too.
How long does apple compote keep?
Kept in the fridge in a covered container or bowl, this apple cinnamon compote should last five days. I bet it won’t hang around that long, though!
Can you freeze fruit compote?
We like to go an apple orchard and pick a bushel (or two!) of apples. Then we wonder what to do with all those apples! Making and freezing apple compote would be a great way to preserve apples to use later in the year. Simply make the compote, cool it, and put it into small freezer containers. Thaw overnight in the fridge for best results.
Love the idea of fun pancake toppings?
Me too, I’m a toppings girl through and through! Try these ideas next time you have pancakes:
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cups diced apples (roughly ½ inch), unpeeled
- ½ cup packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Melt butter In large skillet over medium high heat.
- Add apples and brown sugar. Continue to cook over medium high heat for 15 minutes, or until apples are softened, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in cinnamon.
- Serve over pancakes, cooked oatmeal, vanilla ice cream, or pudding.
Notes
- This apple cinnamon compote can be made ahead and stored in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to one week. Reheat gently until warm, if desired.
- To freeze, put in freezer containers and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw in refrigerator overnight for best results.
- I used a combination of Honeycrisp and Gala. Other varieties that would work well are Jonagold, Jonathan, Braeburn, Granny Smith, or Cortland.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 6
Serving Size: 1/2 cup
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 123
Total Fat: 4g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 10mg
Sodium: 5mg
Carbohydrates: 23g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 21g
Protein: 0g
RachelCooks.com sometimes provides nutritional information, but these figures should be considered estimates, as they are not calculated by a registered dietitian. Please consult a medical professional for any specific nutrition, diet, or allergy advice.
Verdict: So good. On everything. Fall in a frying pan!
Husband’s take: Ben is all about this compote, especially on pancakes.
Changes I would make: None! But have fun adding other fruits or seasonings.
Difficulty: Very easy.
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