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Home » Appetizer » 27 Fall Recipes and Dinner Ideas You Must Try
These 27 Fall Recipes and Dinner Ideas are must try recipes for this season! You’ll find everything from breakfast to dessert in this list. Think brussels sprouts, apples, pears, pumpkin, sweet potatoes, cauliflower, carrots, broccoli, butternut squash and eggplant… all of the in season produce!
Recipes in this list include smoothies, granola, salads, snacks, desserts and lots of dinner ideas! Let us know which is your favorite once you give them a try!
Shepherd's Pie
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes Yield 8-10 servings
Shepherd’s Pie is an easy and simple meal to make that screams comfort food. Warm layers of ground beef, mushrooms, cream of mushroom soup, cream style corn, sweet corn and rich homemade mashed potatoes make this the perfect meal.
Roasted Red Pepper Cream Sauce
Total Time 25 minutes Yield about 3 cups
This homemade Roasted Red Pepper Cream sauce is so easy to make and can be used many ways! We have enjoyed it over pasta, pork chops and chicken.
Easy Vegan Pumpkin Pecan and Oatmeal Cookies {gluten-free}
Total Time 30 minutes Yield 10-12 cookies
These Easy Vegan Pumpkin Pecan and Oatmeal Cookies are also gluten-free! They are filled with oats, pumpkin, chia seeds, pecans and chocolate chips. Eat these as a dessert, snack or even breakfast.
Pan Fried Eggplant with Arugula Caprese Salad {gluten-free option}
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes Yield 6 servings
Crispy fried eggplant with a light argula caprese salad. While this recipe is perfect for summer, it deserves a place in the fall while eggplant is still at its peak.
Vegan Pumpkin Cashew Alfredo Sauce
Total Time 25 minutes Yield 6 servings
This Vegan Pumpkin Cashew Alfredo Sauce is full of cheesy and garlicky flavor without any of the cheese. Toss this sauce over some pasta or vegetables and enjoy! This is one recipe that shouldn't be limited to fall and winter.
Apple Pie Baked Oatmeal
Total Time 35 minutes Yield 12 muffins
Apple Pie Baked Oatmeal is the perfect make ahead breakfast for fall! Loaded with sweet apples and cinnamon flavor you’ll enjoy these for breakfast all week long.
Warm Brussels Sprouts Caesar Salad
Total Time 25 minutes Yield 4 servings
Warm Brussels Sprouts Caesar Salad is quick and simple side dish that is ready in about 20 minutes! Use your favorite Caesar dressing for this recipe.
Sweet and Savory Sweet Potato Hash
Total Time 1 hour Yield 6 servings
The perfect combination of sweet potatoes, Brussels sprouts, apples and sausage. This meal is made on one sheet pan and perfect for an easy weeknight meal.
Hamburg Soup
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes Yield 8 servings
Hamburg soup loaded with veggies and noodles! This recipe is the perfect comfort food for a cool day. Plus, it can be made in advance and makes great leftovers.
Homemade Sausage Stuffing
Total Time 1 hour 55 minutes Yield 12 servings
Homemade Sausage Stuffing is filled with sausage, onion, celery and sage. Perfect side dish for Thanksgiving or for any family meal.
Crock Pot Pear Pumpkin Applesauce
Total Time 4 hours 20 minutes Yield approximately 24 oz
Pear Pumpkin Applesauce homemade in the crock pot. If your kids love applesauce, they are sure to love this as well! Have them help you get all of the ingredients ready and into the crock pot.
Carrot Ginger Soup
Total Time 1 hour Yield 8 servings
Delicious and light Carrot Ginger Soup with a little kick from the fresh ginger. This soup makes for a perfect side dish or pair with a sandwich for lunch.
Butternut Squash Risotto with Bacon
Total Time 35 minutes Yield 4 servings
Rich and creamy Butternut Squash Risotto with Bacon makes a great main dish or side dish. Make this recipe with fresh butternut squash or grab some in the freezer section.
Pumpkin Cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes Yield 12 cupcakes
These super light Pumpkin Cupcakes are topped with a delicious and creamy Cream Cheese Frosting! The cupcakes are even delicious on their own without the frosting!
Easy Air Fryer Crispy Parmesan Eggplant Fries
Total Time 47 minutes Yield 4 servings
These Easy Air Fryer Crispy Parmesan Eggplant Fries are a delicious snack, appetizer or meal! Pair with your favorite pasta sauce for dipping.
Quinoa with Brussels Sprouts and Pomegranate
Total Time 45 minutes Yield 6 servings
A delicious combination of quinoa, brussels sprouts and pomegranate! This side dish will pair well with chicken or turkey for a delicious meal.
Pumpkin Risotto
Total Time 40 minutes Yield 4 servings
Rich, creamy, and savory Pumpkin Risotto! Risotto is not as intimidating as it may seem. All you need is 30 minutes and a little bit of patience... it's worth it!
Apple Berry and Acai Smoothie
Total Time 5 minutes Yield 1 smoothie
This Apple Berry and Acai Smoothie is quick and easy to make and packed with antioxidants. Make this smoothie for a snack or add a scoop of your favorite protein and enjoy for breakfast.
Crock Pot Baked Potatoes
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes Yield varies
Baked Potatoes done right in the crock pot! Try this recipe with sweet potatoes too!
Homemade Pumpkin Pancakes
These Pumpkin Pancakes are super delicious and moist. Top with butter and plenty of syrup. Chocolate chips will also make a great addition to this recipe.
Turkey Meatloaf
Total Time 55 minutes Yield 1 loaf
A simple and delicious turkey meatloaf perfect for a family meal. Pair with risotto, crock pot baked potatoes or quinoa with brussels sprouts!
Carrot Rice Soup
Total Time 45 minutes Yield 8 servings
This Carrot Rice Soup is hearty and delicious! Plus, its a one pot meal meaning less clean up time!
Pecan and Pumpkin Seed Granola
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes Yield about 6 cups
Looking for the perfect topping for your yogurt in the fall and winter months? Look no further than this Pecan and Pumpkin Seed Granola! It is perfectly crunchy and slightly sweet.
Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Parmesan
Total Time 50 minutes Yield 4 servings
These Roasted Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and Parmesan are an impressive but easy and delicious side dish to make! They are salty, crunchy and cheesy. If you love Brussels sprouts you are sure to love this recipe.
Chicken Broccoli Alfredo Lasagna
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes Yield 1 pan
This Chicken Broccoli Alfredo Lasagna is so delicious! It can be prepped ahead of time and baked when ready to eat. Everyone is sure to love this dish!
Healthy Apple Cinnamon Flax Seed Granola
Yield about 6 cups
This Healthy Apple Cinnamon Flax Seed Granola is perfect for fall especially if you love the apple and cinnamon combination! Use it on top of yogurt or add milk and enjoy!
Pumpkin Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Bars
Total Time 35 minutes Yield 24
Moist, chewy, chocolaty pumpkin oatmeal bars loaded with semi-sweet and white chocolate chips!
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