In The Kitchen – 25 Warming and Scrumptious Fall Recipes

Fall is definitely here and with chilly weather comes warm and filling comfort foods for our tables and maybe more importantly, our bellies. From rib-sticking roasts to the sweet and earthy veggies that are so ubiquitous this time of year, there are many ways to please that palette. So sit back, gaze and graze on these 25 fall recipes to get you started on this season’s culinary escapades. Mmm, tasty.

Baked Crispy Kale Chips

Because: they are super expensive at your local health food store, make them at home for like, an 1/8th of the price. Try adding some of your favorite spices during the salting process. Trust me, you won’t regret it.

Recipe for Baked Crispy Kale

Cumin Scented Butternut Squash Couscous

Because: the smokiness of the cumin mixed with the sweetness of the squash makes this a winning combo.

Recipe for Cumin Scented Butternut Squash Couscous

Extra Creamy Mashed Potatoes

Because: sometimes (ok, much of the time) we need some creamy, fatty mashers in our lives.

Recipe for Extra Creamy Mashed Potatoes

Kale and Olive Oil Mashed Potatoes

And sometimes we need to make up for all those times we ate the creamy, fatty mashers.

Recipe for Kale and Olive Oil Mashed Potatoes

Vegetable Lasagna with Butternut Béchamel

Because: it’s lasagna, but with an injection of fortifying nutrients to get you ready for the winter months.

Recipe for Vegetable Lasagna with Butternut Béchamel

Leeks Braised In White Wine

Because: when braised, leaks, the best varietal of onion, are sweet and silky.

Recipe for Leeks Braised In White Wine

Herbed Roasted Turkey Breast

Because: you don’t need the whole bird to enjoy this festive meat.

Recipe for Herbed Roasted Turkey Breast

Asparagus, Artichoke And Shiitake Risotto

Because: risotto is so not as hard as people think and deserves some attention in your kitchen.

Recipe for Asparagus, Artichoke And Shiitake Risotto

Crispy Potato Roast

Because: it’s crispy on the top but soft and moist where it all still touches, a perfect blend for the spud.

Recipe for Crispy Potato Roast

Macaroni, Peas, and Cheese

Because: mac and cheese is a household fave, adding some green will lend some color and nutrition.

Macaroni, Peas, and Cheese

Warm Apple Vinaigrette With a Roasted Pear & Spinach Salad

Because: apples and pears are like peas in a pod, and the combination in this salad is a great way to experience them both.

Recipe for Warm Apple Vinaigrette With a Roasted Pear & Spinach Salad

Sweet-Roasted Rosemary Acorn Squash Wedges

Because: it’s quick and easy with a dash of grown-up, compliments of the rosemary.

Recipe for Sweet-Roasted Rosemary Acorn Squash Wedges

Easy Parmesan Knots

Because: Pizzeria Smizzeria. They’re too easy not to make yourself.

Easy Parmesan Knots

Spice-Roasted Chicken

Because: you can apply the spice and throw er in. Voila, you’ve got a roast dinner.

Spice-Roasted Chicken

Idaho Sunrise – Baked Eggs and Bacon in Potato Bowls

Because: bacon and eggs are the missing component to any baked potato.

Recipe for Baked Eggs and Bacon in Potato Bowls

Lasagna Cups

Because: it’s fun for a party, for kids, or for stuffing in your face. Whatever!

Recipe for Lasagna Cups

Hashed Brussels Sprouts With Lemon

Because: it’s deliciously pungent and prepared in a whole new way.

Recipe for Hashed Brussels Sprouts With Lemon

Brown Rice, Lentil, and Spinach Soup

Because: lentils are one of the healthiest things for you. So is spinach. Eat up!

Recipe for Brown Rice, Lentil, and Spinach Soup

Barley Risotto With Roasted Cauliflower

Because: using barley for your risotto is a nice twist on a familiar classic.

Recipe for Barley Risotto With Roasted Cauliflower

Olive Oil-Braised Vegetables

Because: you can mix and match with what you’ve got!

Recipe for Olive Oil Braised Vegetables

Ricotta Stuffed Meatballs

Because: over pasta, in a roll or via fork, they’re moist, cheesy and spectacular.

Recipe for Ricotta Stuffed Meatballs

Farmhouse Carrots

Because: they’re carrots and they’re so good for your eyes!

Recipe for Farmhouse Carrots

Spicy Beans

Because: you can go ahead and dress them with sour cream, put them over rice or top with more hot sauce, if that’s your flavor.

Recipe for Spicy Beans

Toasted Ravioli with Marinara Sauce

Because: it’s finger pasta. Yes please!

Recipe for Toasted Ravioli with Marinara Sauce

Balsamic Roasted Pears

Because: it’s a sweet and strong treat, so try them with a hunk of blue cheese and a fine red.

Recipe for Balsamic Roasted Pears