Fall is the best season for eating. It just is! There's tons of produce, from to , to cold-weather greens like kale that begin to appear in farmers' markets and supermarkets. But it's also just cool enough that it doesn't feel absurd to preheat the oven, or put a big pot on the stove, and make up something warm, and stick-to-your-ribs filling.
While every season has its culinary highlights, we could live pretty happily just feasting on fall foods forever. And we think these easy, fun, and filling fall recipes will prove the point! From salads that are practically meals to slow-cooker recipes that can cook unattended, while you go about your day, to casseroles and bakes that will bring everyone rushing to the table, these hearty foods are sure to delight—without too much effort! This fall salad is packed with seasonal produce! Crisp apples, hearty greens, and roasted squash. But the star of the show is the pickled pomegranate seeds.
Crisp weather means chili season! However you do it, this combination of chuck roast and ground beef, plus plenty of spices, tomatoes, and all the toppings, will be sure to inspire big smiles and filled bellies. Freshly grated Cheddar, both stirred into the batter and then sprinkled on top, where it gets toasted and just a little burnt, takes a near perfect food and makes it into something we dream about. This homemade pasta is far tastier than the storebought versions, but fresh pasta sheets make assembly easy! Shortbread is one of the sweetest .