When you think of apple cider, you might picture warm mugs, cider donuts, and sweet fall treats. But apple cider can also be a delicious ingredient in savory dishes! Its natural sweetness and bright apple flavor pair especially well with pork, chicken, roasted vegetables, and fall-inspired salads.

Here are five savory ways to put your apple cider to use this season:

1.Apple Cider Pork Chops

Sauté pork chops and finish them with a simple apple cider pan sauce made with Dijon mustard, garlic, and fresh herbs. The cider adds just the right touch of sweetness to complement the savory pork.

2. Apple Cider Glazed Chicken

Create an easy glaze with apple cider, Dijon mustard, garlic, and thyme. Brush it over chicken thighs or breasts before roasting for a flavorful fall dinner.

3. Apple Cider Roasted Vegetables

Give your favorite fall vegetables a seasonal twist with an apple cider glaze. Try Brussels sprouts, butternut squash, carrots, and onions tossed with cider, olive oil, and herbs before roasting.

4. Apple Cider Vinaigrette

Whisk together apple cider, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, olive oil, and your favorite herbs for a simple homemade dressing. Drizzle it over a salad with fresh apples, greens, cheese, and toasted nuts.

5. Apple Cider Braised Pork Roast

For a cozy fall meal, use apple cider as the base for a slow-braised pork roast. Add onions, garlic, herbs, and a few of your favorite fall spices, then let everything cook together until the pork is tender and flavorful.

Whether you're cooking up a weeknight dinner or preparing a meal for a crisp fall weekend, apple cider is an easy way to add seasonal flavor to your favorite savory recipes.

Pick up fresh apple cider at Lyman Orchards Apple Barrel Farm Market and bring a little taste of fall to your kitchen!