Have you already been planning and daydreaming about all of the foods you want to cook and bake this autumn?
We love all of the warm, cozy foods that go along with fall, and we wanted to share some great recipes to help you get into the spirit of the season too. We gathered a little bit of everything: hearty dinners, sweet treats, comfort foods, and meat-free meals.
Check out some of our favorite autumnal recipes!
Butternut Squash Ravioli with Brown Butter and Pecan Sauce
Now this is a dish that truly encapsulates the flavors of fall. The naturally sweet butternut squash is paired with the rich, savory brown butter sauce and parmesan cheese to balance the flavors. You are left with a hot meal that is satisfying and delicious. And, if you don’t have the time or energy to make homemade ravioli, you can purchase butternut squash ravioli in most grocery stores during the fall!
French Onion Soup
It’s finally the perfect weather for soup. Celebrate by making a big batch of this fantastic french onion soup for your family, friends, or just yourself!
This is a very versatile dish that can be eaten for lunch or paired with a simple salad for dinner. Whenever you plan on eating this, make sure to use great bread and lots of cheese!
Chicken Marsala
If you enjoy hearty dinners that are savory through and through, then you will love this rich dish full of delicious mushrooms. Chicken Marsala is a surprisingly simple dish, but your dinner guests will have no idea once they take their first bite. If you want to make this an extra fun autumn experience, go to your local farmer’s market for the mushrooms. Or, check out local foraging classes or groups near you and gather the mushrooms yourself!
Apple Chips
If you are looking for a sweet treat other than Halloween candy, give these apple chips a try. The recipe suggests apples like Gala, Fuji, or Honeycrisp, but don’t be afraid to experiment. You could use Granny Smith if you prefer a slightly tart flavor, or even use some hand-picked apples from a local harvest festival. Be careful though, these apple chips can be addictive, and you might find yourself running out sooner than you anticipated!
Butternut Squash Soup
We could not gather autumn recipes without including one for butternut squash soup!
You can make this for lunch or dinner, just like the french onion soup. But, what’s fun about butternut squash soup is that it is very versatile when it comes to toppings. This recipe suggests pepitas, red chili flakes, or fresh parsley, but you could also top it with croutons, crunchy roasted chickpeas, or some crispy pancetta!
Just imagine how delicious your home is going to smell once these dishes start wafting out of your kitchen. There is no air freshener that can capture the cozy smell of home cooking mixed with the crisp scent of an autumn breeze as your loved ones come through the door.
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