30 Favourite Fall Recipes To Try Now
Photo, Erik Putz.
Our first fall day may be a little warmer than usual this year, but thinking about new seasonal dishes — to warm us up as the weather cools — is no less exciting. From homemade lattes to warming soups, slow cooker stews and the best apple pie you've ever had (not kidding), it's hard to bemoan the dipping temperatures with the feast fall recipes available.
Harvest recipes
Cozy spiced lattes
The chilly temps call for a clever hot drink, and this chai latte, inspired by one we tasted at Vancouver’s Granville Island Public Market, is equally warming. Don’t be put off by the butter: It’s the secret ingredient that makes this drink unforgettable. Get the recipe.
Homemade pumpkin spice latte
Who needs to go to the store for a PSL, when you can make one at home? Get the homemade pumpkin spice latte recipe.
Squash soup!
Move over, pumpkin; acorn squash is the star of this amazing soup! Roasted to create spectacular serving dishes, the soup also gets a crunchy, nutty finish from warm toasted seeds. Get the recipe.
Leek soup
There are many wonderful layers of subtle flavours to this parsnip, leek and apple soup. Make it up to 2 days in advance and reheat, thinning with more broth if desired. Get the parsnip, leek and apple soup recipe.
Tomato soup
These grilled cheese croutons have been calling our name since last winter. Get the recipe.
Apple pie
Early fall is apple season, and that means it’s time to make pie (again). Get the recipe.
Apple slab pie
No pie plate? No problem! This pan-shaped slab pie will serve loads of guests, and is as easy as pie to make. Get the recipe.
Roasted market carrots
Small green “Puy” or “French” lentils look and taste lovely as a base for roasted vegetables, and they’re packed with protein and fibre as well. Here we’ve topped them with roasted carrots, harissa and yogurt. Get the recipe.
Roasted apples and squash
Try them with roasted trout, and drizzled with pepita pesto. Get the recipe.
New smoothie flavours
We have enough frozen fruit to take our favourite berry smoothie bowl with us well into the winter, but this harvest spice smoothie (with squash!) adds a little variety to the menu. Get the pumpkin spice harvest smoothie recipe.
Potato dumplings
Gnudi are little dumplings that are like ravioli without the pasta case. After many tests, we discovered that instant mashed-potato flakes made these sweet potato gnudi the lightest we’ve ever tasted. Get the recipe.
Whole-roasted cauliflower
Not only is it stunning, it’s also hearty and delicious. Get the recipe.
Roasted beets
Mixed with chopped greens and a light lemon vinaigrette. Their earthy flavour adds a stronger note to your fall dinner menus. Get the recipe.
Roast turkey!
Thanksgiving is only three weeks away, so while you may be mourning the warmer weather, don’t forget that turkey, pumpkin pie and mashed potatoes are on their way. Get the recipe.
Loaded baked potatoes
We’ve moderninzed this cold-weather standard by swapping in a sweet potato, and dressing it up with pimento cheese and green onions. Get the recipe.
Brussels sprouts
This quick meal (ready in under 30 minutes) stars golden, pan-fried brussels sprouts and simple, pan-fried salmon. Get the recipe.
Cabbage rolls
We’ve made over this wholesome comfort food into a vegetarian superstar that’s more filling than ever, thanks to fibrous grains. Get the recipe.
Saucy stews
With mashed potatoes (of course). This braised ragu slow coks in the oven until the meat is tender and flavourful from simmering with delicious aromatics. Get the recipe.
Classic, cheesy lasagna
Al dente noodles, meaty bolognese and an ultra-cheesy top make this lasagna a crowd favourite through fall and winter. Get the recipe.
Pumpkin everything!
The pies are coming (just a few short weeks to go), but this moist, rich sweet bread is perfect any time. Drizzled with pumpkin-ale glaze and crunchy pepitas, it’s as beautiful as it is delicious. Get the recipe.
Sage and pumpkin orzo
This sweet, creamy-tasting dish is the perfect fall side. Get the recipe.
Pears!
Mascarpone and warm pears cooked in a sweet brandy sauce top this decadent brioche, making it the perfect finale to any fall meal. Get the recipe.
Chicken and dumplings
There’s just something extra cozy about a bowl of saucy chicken and fluffy dumplings. (And we have a gluten-free version, too!). Get the recipe.
Savoury dinner galettes
Filled with creamy Boursin, sautéed leeks and crisp pancetta, these galettes are perfect for any dinner parties coming your way during entertaining season. Get the recipe.
Chicken curry
Spicy, saucy chicken over fluffy basmati is easy enough for weeknights, and impressive enough for dinner parties. Get the recipe.
Vegetarian curry
It’s a sneakily delcious way to get those extra veggies in. Starring paneer, potatoes and spinach, it’s best served over a bowl of rice with a dollop of Greek yogurt. Get the recipe.
Coffee cake
Originally tested with dried cherries (it works well with fresh, too), this crumbly coffee cake is cozy and warming — perfect after dinner, or with afternoon tea. Get the recipe.
Spiced fall tarts
Take one of the best fruits of the season and turn it into a saucy, personalized tart like this ginger-plum pandowdy. Get the plum-ginger pandowdy recipe.
Slow cooker stews
Hearty, warming and easy, this Moroccan vegetable stew simmers away all day while you’re at work. It’s perfect for the hectic fall season. Get the recipe.
Macaroni and cheese (with roasted butternut squash)
One of the ultimate fall comfort foods — this cheesy pasta is at the top of our to-make list for fall. Get the recipe.
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