Outside the weather may be cooling down, but inside our kitchens are heating up. Just like the leaves that are getting ready to change, so are our menus. We’re saying goodbye to lighter summertime recipes and hello to casseroles, heartier meals, and treats filled with fall flavors. Whether you’re craving a warm and hearty main meal or a spiced dessert to end the day on a sweet note, these 20 autumn recipes are warm and cozy and will be a fantastic addition to your fall menu.
Maple Mustard Pork Chops
“So easy, you will laugh… So delicious, you will cry.” – Lindsay
Pure Bliss Autumn Doughnuts
“As soon as the leaves begin to fall, my kids are all requesting these wonderful doughnuts. They are more of a cake doughnut with a light sweetness and wonderful autumn spices.” – Nadine
Amish Cinnamon Bread
“No kneading, you just mix it up and bake it.” – Joyce
Harvest Fruit Salad
“I came up with this salad when I was asked to bring a fruit salad to holidays and most fruits are out of season. I looked and looked for a fruit salad recipe that didn’t involve canned fruit and couldn’t find anything that said fall. This salad will definitely stay in my keeper file!” – Michelle
Apple Pie Pancakes w/ Caramel Bourbon Glaze
“I came up with this recipe as one of my food projects. I wanted to try to make pancakes with different flavors.” – Jennifer
Brown Sugar & Cinnamon Butternut Squash
“I love butternut squash just about any way. But with brown sugar, butter, and cinnamon, it’s sinfully delish!” – Holly
Cranberry Pecan Chicken Salad
“This cranberry pecan chicken salad is slightly sweet and has tart cranberries to give contrast. Perfect for any occasion.” – Debbie
Crock Pot Beef Stew
“Very easy, savory stew. Throw it together in the morning, and by afternoon you have a hearty, hot meal in a bowl.” – Penny
Curried Pumpkin Soup
“This soup is a favorite with my guests. A few have told me even to forget the rest of the meal when you serve this, nothing can compete. Please, you be the judge.” – Billy
Sauteed Brussels Sprouts With Pinion Nuts
“We grow Brussels sprouts at our mountain home of 7600 feet and they are yummy cooked in this way. I was not a fan of them boiled or steamed so I found a way that made them spectacular… give it a try.” – Terri
Busy Day Brunswick Stew (Crock Pot)
“Brunswick stew was a specialty of my father’s, and his recipe was his mother’s which dated back to her grandmother way before the Civil War.” – Susan
Maple Bacon Butter
“This maple bacon compound butter will elevate your breakfast. It’s sweet, smoky, and absolutely delicious. Try this on a warm biscuit or on top of pancakes and french toast.” – Kitchen Crew
Savory Apple Pinwheels
“Every time I make these they are the first appetizer that is gone. They are absolutely delish!” – Melissa
Okanagan Apple Muffins
“The Okanagan Valley is known as the fruit basket of Canada. Most fruit we get here is grown in the Okanagan. If you only make one muffin in your life, this should be the one. Any type of apple can be used.” – Doreen
Roasted Root Vegetable Medley
“Cooking smart for a healthy heart is what it’s all about. Your family will love this low-fat, full of flavor, and wonderful side dish.” – Carol
Apple Cider Pork Roast With Sauerkraut and Apples
“This pork roast is delicious. A little sweet and savory at the same time. I served it with my homemade applesauce.” – Michelle
Apple Bacon Meatloaf
“I did some experimenting in the kitchen today. This turned out to be a great hit with the whole family!” – Cindy
Pork Chops With Apple & Pear Chutney
“Well, it’s that time of year… my kitchen sees the most action with apples. This recipe is a family fave. My husband’s favorite way to eat pork chops or even top the chutney on a pork roast. Yes, fall is in the air!” – Megan
Chicken Pot Pie
“A delicious chicken pie made from scratch with carrots, peas, and celery.” – Opal
Pot Roast Beef Stroganoff
“A homestyle comfort food pot roast take on beef stroganoff using slowly braised, fall apart tender, beef which is smothered in a super tasty, umami packed mushroom, onion, paprika and sour cream sauce!” – Kevin