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178 recipes tagged with fall.
Yield varies This apple butter is an excellent accompaniment to roast pork, as it veers more toward savory than sweet, but we still enjoy it swirled into…
5 or 6 half-pint jars This chunky jam is perfectly delicious using only figs, sugar, and lemon juice, but add any of the optional aromatics for extra…
Classic candied apples with a glossy red sugar coating, optionally flavored with cinnamon and finished with chopped nuts.
A rich and earthy roasted mushroom lasagne featuring a porcini-infused béchamel, layers of pasta, and a creamy cheese filling. Perfect for a comforting…
A light and airy pumpkin chiffon pie with a spiced pumpkin custard folded into meringue, set in a flaky crust and topped with whipped cream.
A creamy custard-based ice cream infused with pumpkin puree and warm spices like cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg. Optional crushed graham crackers or…
Fresh apples on skewers dipped in a smooth, buttery caramel coating. A classic fall treat that sets quickly and can be garnished as desired.
Yield varies While any plum will make delicious butter, we recommend damson or Italian plums. Please read How to Process.
A creamy beer-cheese soup with cheddar, ale, and aromatic vegetables, finished with optional garnishes like croutons and smoked ham.
About 5 cups Try this tart sherbet as a palate cleanser. Frozen cranberries may be used here—do not thaw. A 12-ounce bag yields 3 cups cranberries, so buy…
A quick stovetop apple filling with brown sugar, raisins, butter, and cinnamon, cooked until thick and sticky. Enough for two 9-inch rings.
Cooked wheat berries combined with sautéed onions, mixed dried fruits, and a hint of cinnamon. A hearty side dish that can be made with butter or olive…
About 7 cups; 9 servings Perfect for pork. Please read About Bread Stuffings and Dressings.
About 2 pounds Please read Making Sausage at Home. Although it has much less fat than conventional breakfast sausage, it remains juicy if not overcooked.
About 8 cups; 4 servings For Mushroom Barley Soup, omit the beef. Begin by heating the butter or oil over medium heat. Add the mushrooms and shallot and…
About 3 pint jars Please read about pickling and How to Process.
4 servings Please read Cooking Wildfowl and About Wild Turkey.
5 or 6 half-pint jars Serve this delectable conserve with roasted lamb, a cheese board, or over Greek yogurt. Please read How to Process. Prepare a…
6 to 10 servings Roasting wild turkey in a bag keeps it from losing precious juices. Please read About Wildfowl and About Wild Turkey.
Flaky puff pastry turnovers filled with cinnamon-spiced apples or pears. A simple, warm dessert that's perfect for fall.
4 to 6 servings This dish is almost as much about aesthetics as it is about flavor. The orange squash, pink pomegranate seeds, and green herbs and…
8 servings The specialty of Irma’s grandmother who came from Lübeck, Germany. This is not at all like a standard soufflé, nor is it like a cake. But like…
10 to 25 servings This is the ideal method to use for birds over 15 pounds in weight, though it works well for smaller birds, too. The lower heat ensures…
A rustic apple galette made with buttery pastry dough, sliced apples, and a cinnamon-sugar topping. Baked until golden and brushed with melted butter for…
About 1 cup This sauce is terrific on gingerbread, pumpkin pie, or apple crisp.
4 to 6 servings This is a superb grain salad for fall and winter, and it makes a perfect Thanksgiving side dish. For a crowd, double the recipe.
Butternut squash halves are baked until tender, filled with a savory sausage and apple bread stuffing, then baked again until golden and crusty. A hearty…
8 servings Megan grew up eating these beans every Sunday; they were a staple crop in her grandparents’ garden. Her family calls them October beans, and…
4 servings Good as a topping for ice cream, on top of pancakes and waffles, or alongside roast pork.
About 8 cups; 5 servings We like to toast and grind dried chiles for better flavor, but you can substitute ¼ cup chili powder or your own combination of…
About 36 small fritters These bite-sized fritters are soft and loaded with apple bits. For a sweet and salty treat, stir 4 ounces (115g) sharp Cheddar…
A richer dish than I above. This may be assembled up to 8 hours ahead, refrigerated, uncovered, then baked.
About 8 half-pint jars This recipe may be made with any quantity of apples using the proportions below, but keep in mind that larger quantities will take…
12 crêpes The apples, which can be refrigerated for a week, are delicious on any pancake or waffle. If desired, make the crêpes and apples up to 2 days…
8 servings A soft pudding with an old-fashioned flavor. Be sure to use very ripe, mushy persimmons. Preheat the oven to 400°F. Butter a shallow 3-quart…
Homemade applesauce made from fresh apples, simmered with cinnamon and sweetened to taste. Serve warm or cold, optionally with crème anglaise or vanilla…
A sweet and tart compound butter made with wild cranberries, orange zest, and walnuts, perfect for spreading on warm bread.
A classic apple pie with a buttery crust and spiced apple filling. Perfect for fall gatherings.
Boiled chestnuts are a simple side dish, simmered with celery and onion for flavor, then tossed with butter and seasoned to taste.
About 1 ¾ cups Use to stuff ravioli or tortellini. We prefer them with the browned butter and sage mixture from Baked Gnudi with Brown Butter and Sage…
6 dumplings This is, hands down, one of our favorite recipes in this entire book. On the first chilly autumn day, there is nothing that can compete with…
About 4 cups; 3 to 4 servings Be sure the bushes from which you gather the rose hips were not sprayed.
A crisp salad of endive, watercress, and pear, tossed with a walnut vinaigrette and topped with toasted walnuts and crumbled Gorgonzola.
A moist spiced apple cake made with buttermilk and topped with a choice of vanilla butter frosting or butterscotch icing. Tart green apples and toasted…
Mashed sweet potatoes are a comforting side dish, sweetened with pineapple, pecans, and warm spices, and enriched with butter and cream.
One 9-inch single-crust pie Use 3 eggs for a soft, custardy filling, 2 for a firmer pie with a pronounced pumpkin flavor. To prepare this with sweetened…
6 servings If fresh chestnuts are not available, use 8 ounces vacuum-packed chestnuts. For a crispier treatment, prepare Roasted Brussels Sprouts using…
Toasted pumpkin or squash seeds are a crunchy, savory snack, perfect on their own or as a garnish for salads and soups. Simply toss seeds with oil and…
About 2 cups This compote is delicious with roasted poultry, game, or pork.
Once purchased, roast fresh chestnuts as soon as possible, as they are prone to drying out. For more on chestnuts, see here.
One 9-inch double-crust pie This old-fashioned pie is time-consuming, but the result is a heavenly slice of Americana. You may substitute 2 pounds (910g)…
6 hand pies Megan’s great-grandmother, Treva Martin, made these pies every fall. She used dried apples exclusively, but we like to throw in some fresh…
An old-timey Appalachian specialty featuring thin, cookie-like cake layers filled with a rustic apple butter made from dried apples. The cake improves…
These apple pie doughnuts combine tart apples with warm spices, fried to golden perfection and glazed with cinnamon or caramel. A delightful twist on…
A smooth, spiced apple spread made from apples, brown sugar, and warm spices. Perfect on toast, pancakes, or as a glaze for meats.
A hearty chili made with pork sausage, kidney beans, and a touch of maple syrup for sweetness. Simmered with tomatoes and spices for a comforting meal.
A hearty slow cooker stew with butternut squash, yellow lentils, and aromatic spices in a coconut milk base. Served over rice with a bright lemon-scallion…
4 servings Serve this robust, savory stew with Garlic Bread or mashed potatoes. Substitute an equal amount of parsnips, salsify, carrots, red or gold…
A warm and comforting paleo porridge made with pumpkin, coconut milk, and flax meal, sweetened with honey and spiced with cinnamon. It's a quick and…
A simple homemade applesauce made from cooking apples, sugar, and lemon juice. Simmered until tender and mashed to desired consistency.
One 9 × 5-inch loaf This loaf can be made with any cooked mashed winter squash or sweet potatoes. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9 × 5-inch loaf pan.
About 4 ½ cups; 6 servings Excellent with roasted pork, goose, or duck.
A hearty sourdough bread infused with dried and cooked apples and warm spices, made with a blend of white, rye, and wholemeal flours.
Twenty 6-ounce servings Particularly good when the weather is cool and fresh apple cider abundant. A nonalcoholic version can be made by omitting the rum.
Five 4-inch or eight 2 ¾-inch tartlets Position a rack in the lower third of the oven. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
14 servings A rich, dense molasses pudding with hints of warm spice. We love to serve it warm with vanilla ice cream and a sprinkling of whiskey. Preheat…
6 servings These beautiful waffles are excellent served with warm Applesauce. Preheat a waffle iron.
6 servings Golden Delicious, Pippin, Granny Smith, and other firm all-purpose apples hold their shape when baked.
One 9-inch square cake This moist, tender gingerbread has a wonderfully spicy kick. Serious ginger lovers can also add grated fresh ginger. Please read…
A seasonal pizza topped with oyster and shiitake mushrooms, shallots, provolone, and dollops of ricotta, finished with fresh parsley.
A hearty loaf made with wholemeal and rye flours, seeds, and freshly pressed apple juice for subtle flavor. Best baked in autumn.
A hearty beef and barley stew made in the Instant Pot with butternut squash and carrots. This soul-soothing soup is perfect for a cozy weekend meal.
A hearty stuffing made with Italian sausage, leeks, celery, mushrooms, walnuts, and cranberries, baked until golden. Perfect for Thanksgiving.
Roasted sugar pumpkin and chickpeas over quinoa with arugula, red onion, almonds, and lemon-tahini dressing. A hearty, plant-based bowl perfect for fall.
Tender purple potatoes are boiled then sautéed in butter with fresh chives, parsley, and dill. This simple side dish highlights the earthy flavor of the…
Slow cooker smothered turkey wings are a foolproof Thanksgiving option for smaller groups. The turkey is browned, then cooked low and slow in a rich gravy…
A one-skillet dish combining sweet winter squash, salty pancetta, chewy pearl couscous, and crunchy pepitas. The flavors are balanced with lemon and…
Sweet apples and sharp cheddar are folded into a raised dough, then fried or baked and glazed for a unique fritter experience.
This healthy, hearty pumpkin soup is made from scratch with roasted pumpkin skin for extra nutrients. It's blended with coconut cream and warm spices…
Fluffy pumpkin pancakes with warm spices, made with almond and coconut flours for a gluten-free twist. Perfect for fall mornings, serve with maple syrup…
A crisp and refreshing autumn salad bowl with spinach, quinoa, black beans, brussels sprouts, apple, cranberries, and pecans, drizzled with a creamy…
A creamy Indian pumpkin dish simmered in a fenugreek-spiced milk sauce. Sweet pumpkin chunks are cooked with onions and spices, then finished with milk…
These pumpkin-cherry breakfast cookies are made with whole-wheat flour, oats, pumpkin, and dried cherries. They are a wholesome, portable breakfast option.
Roasted delicata squash with a vibrant kale slaw, topped with avocado and a lemon-tahini dressing. This hearty bowl is perfect for a healthy meal.
A classic apple pie with a twist of cardamom and crunchy hazelnuts, giving it a Scandinavian accent. Perfect for fall and holiday gatherings.
A sweet bread inspired by apple fritters, filled with cinnamon-sugar apples and topped with a simple glaze. Perfect for fall baking.
These handheld pies feature a sweet plum filling encased in flaky puff pastry. They are perfect for fall and can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature.
These haunted coffin-shaped sandwich cookies hide a rich and creamy buttercream filling. Decorated with white chocolate bones and wood-grain icing…
A hearty and warming stew made with butternut squash, green lentils, and spinach, seasoned with coriander and cardamom. Cooked quickly in a pressure…
Grilled zucchini topped with buttery garlic bread crumbs flavored with anchovies and red pepper flakes. A quick and flavorful side dish perfect for late…
A hearty lamb and root vegetable potpie with a flaky leaf lard biscuit crust, simmered in a red wine-tomato broth with thyme and smoked paprika.
Roasted butternut squash and black beans are rolled in corn tortillas and baked with a rich, smoky mole sauce made with peanut butter and chocolate…
Grilled pork tenderloin medallions are served with a savory apple bacon chutney, combining applesauce, bacon, onion, vinegar, and sage for a sweet and…
A hearty slow-cooked pot roast braised in apple cider with parsnips, sweet potatoes, and onions. The meat becomes fork-tender and is served with the…
Roasted apples with thyme and vanilla Greek yogurt make a healthy, fiber-rich dessert. Ready in 20 minutes.
A hearty vegetable hash with roasted potatoes, turnips, butternut squash, beets, and mushrooms, sautéed with onions and collard greens, topped with…
A hearty bowl with crispy rosemary potatoes, creamy cannellini beans, and a kale-apple salad, drizzled with a spiced cashew-cumin dressing. Inspired by…
A moist apple chai cake with sweet potato, pecans, and a whiskey glaze. Warm spices and brandy make it perfect for fall.
A savory tart made with leeks, goat cheese, and mushrooms on a puff pastry crust. Perfect for a fall dinner or as a main course.
Turkey drumsticks are brined for 24 hours, coated with a sweet and savory rub, then smoked until tender. Inspired by Disneyland-style turkey legs, they…
A hearty sourdough bread made with roasted pumpkin and toasted pumpkin seeds. The dough is enriched with caramelized pumpkin flesh for a moist crumb and…
A hearty salad featuring roasted butternut squash, pearl couscous, arugula, almonds, and pecorino cheese with a balsamic honey dressing.
Earthy, chewy wild rice simmered in beef bone broth with maple syrup for a nutritious side dish. Perfect for fall and pairs well with any main course.
A hearty beef and barley stew with butternut squash and carrots, cooked in an Instant Pot for a quick and comforting meal.
A creamy celeriac root purée made with almost-burned butter is paired with a flavorful chicken picadillo featuring tequila, pumpkin, and olives. This dish…
A moist and spiced Bundt cake made with molasses and fresh apple cubes. Perfect for breakfast, tea, or dessert with whipped cream.
A guide to cooking eggs with tips on technique and equipment, plus a recipe for pumpkin pancakes.
A hearty skillet gratin with layers of ground beef, root vegetables, and cheese. It's a twist on shepherd's pie with sliced potatoes and rutabagas instead…
Chicken thighs are braised with bacon, white beans, and aromatics for a hearty, comforting one-pot meal. The dish is creamy, smoky, and herbal, perfect…
A hearty vegetarian borscht made with whole beets and their greens, simmered in vegetable stock with potato and onion, thickened with a roux, and finished…
A classic apple crisp with a Southern twist of toasted pecans. Easy to make and perfect for using up ripe apples.
A hearty chili made with ground beef, sausage, and turkey, slow-cooked with tomatoes, beans, and spices. Perfect for game day gatherings.
A hearty stew featuring butternut squash and green lentils, seasoned with coriander and cardamom, and finished with fresh spinach. Ready in 35 minutes…
A hearty chicken potpie loaded with vegetables and savory gravy, topped with buttermilk biscuits. This version is inspired by a classic Swanson potpie and…
A slow-cooker apple butter infused with vanilla and spiced rum. Perfect for spreading on biscuits or toast.
A classic British apple crumble with a buttery, crisp topping made without oats. Tender cinnamon-spiced apples are baked under a golden crumble, perfect…
A creamy soup made with celeriac, smoked bacon, and thyme, finished with truffle slices or oil for an elegant touch.
These apple cider doughnuts have a nutty flavor from graham flour and a crisp, nubby crust. They are fried until golden brown and perfect for fall.
A sheet-pan dinner featuring roasted herbed pork tenderloin with delicata squash, kale, and Brussels sprouts. Easy to prep ahead and clean up, perfect for…
A classic Shanghainese red-braised pork belly, slow-cooked in a rich soy sauce and spice mixture until tender and lacquered. Served over jasmine rice.
Individual chicken and sweet potato potpies with a flaky puff pastry crust. A comforting dinner made in ramekins for easy serving.
A thick and hearty Brunswick stew made with chicken, pulled pork, lima beans, and corn, simmered with a tangy vinegar sauce. Perfect for feeding a crowd.
A creamy and aromatic Thai-inspired curry featuring tender butternut squash and spinach in a coconut milk broth. Served over rice with optional cashew and…
Glazed duck breasts with a sweet and aromatic rosemary-fennel seed glaze, served alongside a spicy sweet potato ragout and fresh figs.
Chicken thighs and Italian sausage roasted with Brussels sprouts in a honey-mustard sauce. A hearty one-pan meal that's mostly hands-off.
Roasted bratwurst with sweet apples, bitter radicchio, and creamy white beans in a honey-mustard sauce. A complete one-pan meal that requires minimal prep…
Roasted pears are dipped in cinnamon-sugar and baked until tender, then drizzled with a quick honey caramel and flaky sea salt. A simple yet elegant…
Roasted pumpkin seeds are a crunchy, savory snack made from fresh pumpkin seeds. They are tossed with olive oil and salt, then baked until golden and…
A warm apple dessert with a crunchy oat topping, perfect for fall. Easy to make and comforting.
A savory dressing combining collard greens and smoked turkey with cornbread, perfect for Thanksgiving or any holiday meal.
Bone-in chicken thighs are pan-seared until crispy, then baked with sautéed apples and mushrooms in a creamy Dijon sauce. A quick and elegant weeknight…
A spiced Indian tea made with black tea, cinnamon, ginger, pepper, cloves, cardamom, honey, and almond milk. Simmered for a bold, milky brew.
A hearty stew of spiced pumpkin and chickpeas with Iberian-style pork meatballs. The meatballs are flavored with cumin, almonds, and parsley, then…
A hearty shepherd's pie variation with ground beef, vegetables, and creamy mashed potatoes, baked until golden and bubbling.
A thick, sweet, and filling Bengali-style squash curry made with black chickpeas. The dish features a nutty flavor from the chickpeas and is seasoned with…
A hearty soup featuring tender butternut squash and white beans in a savory broth, topped with a flavorful couscous mixture of pistachios, apricots, and…
A hearty slow cooker beef stew with tender chuck roast, carrots, and mushrooms in a savory broth. Perfect for a comforting meal.
These Southern-style fried apple pies feature a crunchy, golden brown pastry with a sweet-tart cinnamon apple filling. They are handheld and perfect for…
These sweet-and-savory croquettes combine creamy sweet potato with crispy pancetta and fresh sage. They make a wonderful side dish for holiday meals or a…
A slow-simmered gumbo with chicken, andouille sausage, and shrimp, served over rice. Perfect for a blustery evening and even better the next day.
This bowl highlights many of fall's peak-season ingredients: delicata squash and brussels sprouts are roasted at high heat, then served over quinoa with…
A hearty vegan bowl with shaved Brussels sprouts, roasted beets, quinoa, chickpeas, and a sweet-tart cranberry-tahini dressing. Perfect for a nutritious…
A pork loin is seared, then roasted with a crust of sobrasada, rosemary, and breadcrumbs. It is served with a sweet and savory saffron-apple compote.
A hearty pumpkin curry with spinach and ginger, seasoned with fenugreek and asafoetida. This vibrant dish is both nutritious and flavorful, perfect for a…
Sweet and sour tamarind roasted butternut squash with Indian spices. A dry dish that pairs well with saucy curries or can be served as a simple lunch with…
This pumpkin butter is made by slowly stewing pumpkin chunks until they caramelize into a thick, golden-brown paste. It's sweetened naturally and spiced…
A classic baked apple dessert with a buttery bread crumb topping and warm spices. Layers of chopped apples are baked with a cinnamon-nutmeg sugar mixture…
A classic soul food dessert with a vanilla-infused crust and creamy sweet potato filling. The secret ingredient is ground ginger for added warmth.
Big, fluffy cinnamon rolls with a caramel pecan topping and cream cheese icing. Perfect for a slow, cool morning.
A Jewish pastry with a cream cheese dough, filled with dried apples, walnuts, and apple jelly, spiced with cinnamon. These rugelach are warm and…
Creamy cheesecake bars with a chocolate wafer crust and a cranberry-raspberry swirl. No water bath needed for this easy dessert.
Beef short ribs are braised in red wine with shallots until tender, then served with a smooth, rich sauce. This Instant Pot recipe delivers deep flavor in…
Boneless chicken breasts are seasoned with Parmesan, wrapped in prosciutto, and air-fried until golden. Served with tender roasted acorn squash for a…
A creamy corn chowder made with frozen corn and roasted root vegetables, pureed for a smooth base and finished with cream and lemon juice. Topped with…
Juicy brined pork chops grilled to perfection and served with homemade chunky or smooth applesauce. A family favorite birthday meal.
A warm spiced apple cider cocktail with cranberries, ginger, and maple syrup, spiked with dark rum or bourbon. Perfect for chilly evenings.
A creamy risotto made with smoked pumpkin and bacon, inspired by the Veneto region of Italy. The smoked pumpkin adds sweetness and a subtle smoky flavor…
A classic Turkish dessert of slow-braised pumpkin with walnuts, given a twist with chunks of bitter dark chocolate that melt into the sweet pumpkin…
Pork tenderloin crusted with caraway seeds, roasted over sauerkraut, apples, and caramelized onions. Finished with fresh parsley and served with mustard.
Seared duck breasts with a warm fig and arugula salad, featuring blue cheese and hazelnuts for a balance of rich, sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors.
Orecchiette pasta is simmered in a creamy butternut squash sauce with leeks and sage, then topped with ricotta and Parmesan and broiled until golden. This…
Savory cornmeal pancakes topped with beer-braised short ribs and diced apple. A hearty, spiced main dish that redefines pancakes.
A rustic apple galette with a buttery, flaky crust and a savory hint of rosemary. Perfect with vanilla ice cream and caramel sauce.
A seasonal Concord grape tart with a flaky pie crust, filled with sweet grape pulp and skins. Best served warm with vanilla ice cream.
A dense, moist Southern-style apple cake with a unique baking-soda frosting. Packed with tart apples, pecans, and coconut, it's a comforting dessert…
A slow-cooked apple butter made with tart apples, sugar, apple cider, and warm spices. Perfect for spreading on toast, biscuits, or using in sandwiches…
Moist sweet potato cake with toasted pecans and a buttery whiskey sauce, topped with pecan praline. A boozy twist on classic fall flavors.
A moist pecan cake made with sweet potato and whiskey, topped with pecan praline and a whiskey sauce.
A moist coffee-infused cake with sweet potato, pecans, and a buttery whiskey sauce, topped with pecan praline for extra crunch.
A rich sweet potato cake with pecan praline and buttery whiskey sauce. Moist and flavorful, perfect for fall or winter.
A rich, spiced sweet potato cake with pecan praline and buttery whiskey sauce, perfect for cool autumn evenings.
A moist almond cake infused with amaretto and citrus zest, topped with a warm apricot-amaretto glaze, toasted almonds, and powdered sugar. Inspired by the…
Cheese ravioli tossed in a creamy pumpkin sauce with sage and hazelnut butter. A comforting fall pasta dish.
A hearty beef stew with tender chunks of beef, root vegetables, and rich gravy, topped with crispy or soft dumplings. Perfect for a comforting meal.
Green beans and roasted mushrooms are tossed with caramelized shallots and toasted hazelnuts for a savory, nutty side dish.
A creamy, comforting soup made from sweet potato and butternut squash, seasoned with ginger and onion. Perfect for a cozy fall meal.
Soft and spiced pumpkin cookies, dusted with confectioners' sugar. Perfect for autumn baking.
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