As someone who often sits and breathes pumpkin from late September to early December (thank you, Trader Joe’s! The cool, forgiving sweetness that once felt like the nostalgic can start to taste a little… it’s obvious. However, the beauty of fall is that the season is filled with ingredients that are just as comforting – and in many ways, more fun – than pumpkin. Think earthy root vegetables, crisp apples, and caramelized squash, which brings depth and freshness to every dish.
Seasonal fall recipes to warm up all meals
Currently, markets are overflowing with products that light up when the temp drops. Sweet potatoes are full of caramelized perfection with a drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkling of sea salt, while delicata squash tossed in salads bring buttery flavors to every dish. And don’t sleep on leafy greens like kale and swiss chard, which become tender and flavorful when sautéed with garlic or tossed into soups. With so many healthy additions to their menu, this year it’ll be easier than ever to trade in pumpkin spice for a healthy and hearty version of fall comfort. And that’s exactly where these seasons of the year come into play.
Apple Recipes
Nothing captures the feeling of fall like apples. Crisp, sweet, and just a little tart – they’re on the back of a salad as they’re baked into a golden, buttery crust. Whether you reduce the cider on the stove, the pieces folded into a galette, or sprinkled on the side of pork or root vegetables, apples add a light stroke that makes everything alive.
Apple Crumble
The ultimate cozy dessert for crisp fall nights, this rare combination of baked apples is topped with a buttery oat topping to create a seasonal dessert. Perfect with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or Greek yogurt and a cup of warm cider.
APPLE PIE BAKKHIR OATMEAL
This baked oatmeal is a seasonal twist on the old breakfast staple we know and love. It brings all the best aspects of Apple Pie to a healthy meal, warming you from the inside.
Apple walnut salad
This light, light salad of lettuce, walnuts, and crunchy vegetables is a refreshing dish that celebrates the best fall produce. Bonus: It’s the closest Thanksgiving side dish you’ll want next.
Grilled chicken thighs
In this one-ball dish, sweet, caramelized, caramelized chicken thighs are paired with a delicious clider that captures the essence of autumnal comfort food, pulled into trouble.
Squash recipes
If fall had an ingredient, it might be squash. Roasted until spread, mixed into soups, or scooped into bowls, it brings a natural sweetness and satisfying depth to every bite. Besides butter, brands like Delicata and Kabocha shine in these seasons that comfort food can be as nourishing as it is entertaining.
Delicata squash stewed with FETA, almonds and herbs
Delicata squash’s soft skin and naturally sweet flavor make it an easy and wonderful ingredient to cross-paste – no care needed, perfect, perfect gold.
The tradition of the fallen square
With its nutty flavor and soft, velvety texture, roasted acorn squash is the ultimate fall dish. Pair with healthy fall mains, like cider-glazed chicken thighs or a sheet pan dish full of protein and root veggies.
Squash & farro salad with apples, goat cheese, and pecans
This fall salad hits all the notes of fall—roasted squash, shredded cheese, and fardo farro—so you’ll drink it up.
Roasted honeynut squash with hot honey, pecans, and rosemary
Sweet meets heat in this sublime yet simple fall recipe. Looking for a crowd pleaser, this honeynut squash delivers a spicy kick from the hot honey paired well with the tang of the grated goat cheese.
Butternut squash and ricotta tart
There’s never been a recipe for fall that works better as both the main event and the centerpiece. With rich full-fat ricotta paired with mashed squash and baked apple pie, this tart is a crowd pleaser for your fall gathering.
Mushroom recipes
When you want something earthy and understated, mushrooms deliver. Their UMami flavors propose everything from creamy pastas to warming soups, adding richness without weight. Bauté even make their own herbs, or let them shine as a main event – they fall for obvious luxury, which brings depth and comfort to any meal.
Vegan mushroom Bolognese
Proof that it’s delicious doesn’t need cream – this meat-based sauce is rich, flavorful, and full of Umami magic that’s even more elevated than the meat-based classic.
Garlicky Mushroom Pasta with Sausage & Arugula
This method of HOMBONO IVERNION HOLO EVERYONE NEEDS. Mushrooms, perishable mushrooms are mushrooms taken from pasta that taste like every day and are ready for the day in less than 30 minutes.
Sweet potato gnocchi with wild mushrooms, brown butter, and sage
Pillowy Sweet Potato Gnocchi meets earthy mushrooms and sage in a dish that looks as good as it tastes.
Another taste of fall
Of course, the beauty of cooking lies in its variety. Beyond the Classics, this season offers unexpected favorites: figs and pears, reliable grains, cured steaks, and slow-cooked students that fill the kitchen with warmth. Think of these recipes as your invitation to explore cozy flavors that celebrate most of the season in new, inspired ways.
Honey roasted carrots with sweet sugar, sage & pepitas
These wreaths strike the perfect balance of sweet, elegant, and bring color and warmth to any fall table.
Autumn is stuffed with sweet potatoes
Packed with good, comforting ingredients, these sweet potato wedges are a no-fuss weeknight meal that’s big on comfort and flavor.
Sheet Pan Gnocchi
Crispy-on-the-frold Gnocchi and caramelized veggies come together in one pan for last night’s dinner.
Harvesting the Sheet Pan Hash
Packed with root veggies, apples, and warm spices, this hash harvest is one surprise that celebrates the best fall produce with a little cleanup.