Pork Roast with Eggplant and White Beans
Rubbed with rosemary and garlic, this pork roast is destined to be a fall classic. Eggplant, beans, and squash -- spiced with sage and hint of lemon -- make a perfect accompaniment.
Makes: 8 servings
Prep: 40 mins
Chill: overnight
Roast: 1 hr 15 mins 325°F
Apple and Cheddar Penne Pie
Macaroni and cheese is a classic comfort food. This grown-up version adds crisp fall apples with all the gooey goodness of cheddar and cream cheese.
Editor's Tip: For a flashy fruit garnish, fan very thin apple slices on top of the pie halfway through baking. Brush with a little melted butter and sprinkle with snipped fresh thyme.
Makes: 8 servings
Prep: 35 mins
Bake: 40 mins 350°F
Stand: 20 mins
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Butternut Squash Lasagna
This vegetarian take on classic lasagna oozes with creamy sauce, tender butternut squash , and Parmesan cheese. Hot from the oven, this rich, cheesy delight satisfies any fall craving.
Makes: 8 servings
Prep: 45 mins
Bake: 50 mins 375°F
Roast: 25 mins to 30 mins 425°F
Eggplant and Beef Casserole
Layers of eggplant, beef, sweet peppers, tomato sauce, and Italian cheese join forces in this delicious dinner-in-a-dish. Rich with nutrients, this dish almost tastes too good to be good for you.
Editor's Tip: For best flavor, choose an eggplant with intensely colored, smooth, and unblemished skin.
Makes: 8 servings
Prep: 50 mins
Bake: 30 mins 350°F
Stand: 10 mins
Chicken and Pumpkin Tagine Stew
Fill your home with the warm, spicy aroma of cloves, ginger , saffron, pumpkin, and chicken cooking on the stove. This traditional Moroccan stew bursts with fall flavor, including a touch of sweetness from honey and raisins.
Editor's Tip: Tagine is both the name of the stew and the name of the clay pot in which it is traditionally cooked.
Makes: 6 servings
Prep: 50 mins
Cook: 1 hr 10 mins
Pumpkin Black Bean Bake
Pumpkin puts a seasonal spin on the classic tamale pie . Here it's combined with layers of rich ground beef, hearty veggies, and a down-home corn bread topper.
Makes: 6 servings
Prep: 30 mins
Bake: 20 mins 400°F
Turkey Shepherd's Pie
Traditionally made with lamb, shepherd's pie is also delicious when slow-cooked with turkey and frozen vegetables.
Makes: 4 servings
Prep: 20 mins
Cook: 6 hrs Low or High 3 hours
Creamy Pumpkin Rice Pudding
Tart cranberries , crisp apple slices, crunchy walnuts, and a bit of honey top this luscious, make-ahead fall dessert.
Makes: 6 servings
Prep: 25 mins
Cook: 15 mins
Bake: 1 hr 5 mins 325°F
Smashed Potato Soup
Potatoes blended with cheddar cheese, cream, and roasted garlic make this chunky soup good to the last spoonful.
Makes: 8 servings
Prep: 25 mins
Cook: 8 hrs to 10 hrs (low) or 4-5 hours (high)
Meat Loaf
Our time-honored meat loaf gives options galore. Mix and match sage, basil, or oregano with beef, pork, or lamb.
Makes: 8 servings
Prep: 20 mins
Bake: 1 hr 10 mins 350°F
Stand: 10 mins
Chicken Enchilada Pasta
For a Tex-Mex twist on pasta, fill shells with chicken, refried beans, and enchilada sauce. After baking, top the casserole with tortilla chips and a dollop of sour cream.
Makes: 8 servings
Prep: 40 mins
Bake: 35 mins 350°
Cook: 10 mins
Maple Bread Pudding with Pecan Praline
Topped with pieces of pecan praline, vanilla ice cream, and sticky-sweet maple sauce, this luscious dessert is hard to resist.
Makes: 12 servings
Prep: 35 mins
Chill: 1 hr
Bake: 40 mins 375°F
Classic Pot Roast
This exceptional pot roast recipe from chef Scott Peacock features tender, melt-in-your-mouth beef and caramelized onions.
Makes: 8 servings
Prep: 1 hr
Bake: 3 hrs 30 mins 275°F
Better-than-Grandma's Chicken & Noodles
The classic chicken and noodles dish receives a makeover with this delicious slow cooker version that caters to the busy family cook.
Makes: 6 servings
Prep: 20 mins
Roast: 7 hrs (low) or 3 hours (high) plus 1 hour (high)
Pappardelle with Butternut Squash & Blue Cheese
"For me, this dish is indisputably at its best with pappardelle -- those wide, hefty ribbons that sometimes come with one ruffled edge," says Nigella Lawson, recipe developer and television personality. "Rigatoni, the oversize corrugated tubes, could also work. Just bear in mind that with a sauce so richly resonant with sweet squash paired with the salty-sharp cheese, the pasta must be robust."
Yield: 6 (1-1/2) cup servings plus leftovers
Start to Finish: 45 mins
Mile-High Caramel Apple Pie
Four pounds of apples goes into our towering pie -- but you don't have to peel a single one. Just slice the fruit and pile it up. Oats baked into the flour crust add a rustic touch, while warm caramel sauce drizzled on top provides extra sweetness.
Makes: 8 servings
Prep: 45 mins
Bake: 1 hr 5 mins 375°F
Broil: 7 mins per batch
Beef Stew & Garlic Mash
Tender beef and vegetables top garlic mashed potatoes to create a comforting supper that's ideal for a chilly night.
Makes: 4 servings
Start to Finish: 25 mins
Classic Chili
Rich, chunky, and filled with fabulous flavor, this traditional chili is a classic for a reason! Add an extra sprinkle of cheese and a dollop of sour cream for a smooth finish.
Makes: 4 servings
Prep: 15 mins
Cook: 20 mins
Spicy Pasta with Sweet Potatoes
For a satisfying weeknight supper, toss pasta with roasted sweet potatoes, cream cheese, and chili sauce.
Makes: 4 servings
Start to Finish: 30 mins
Bake: 20 mins 450°F
Mac & Cheese Spaghetti
Toasty bread crumbs give this mac and cheese a crisp top in minutes. Cheddar cheese gives the sauce flavor, while American cheese adds smoothness.
Makes: 6 servings
Bake: 5 mins 425°F
Start to Finish: 30 mins
Easy Cheesy Potatoes
These hash browns are dressed up with bacon, leeks, and three kinds of cheese to make the perfect dish for family and friends.
Makes: 12 servings
Prep: 15 mins
Cook: 6 hrs to 8 hrs (low)
Golden Layer Cake with Chocolate Icing
A hand-me-down recipe for boiled icing made from evaporated milk and powdered cocoa is the secret to this keepsake cake. The five thin layers may look fussy, but they're done in regular cake pans and bake in just 15 minutes.
Makes: 16 servings
Prep: 30 mins
Bake: 15 mins 350°F
Stand: 30 mins
Meat Loaf & Potatoes Club
Stacks of meat loaf with spicy ketchup, crisp french fries, and melted American cheese make this hearty sandwich an instant hit.
Makes: 8 servings
Yield: 4 sandwiches
Start to Finish: 15 mins
Bacon & Egg Pasta
Combine items you usually have in the fridge and pantry with bacon, fresh spinach, and a creamy cheese sauce for a delicious, quick, and easy dinner.
Makes: 4 servings
Start to Finish: 35 mins
Classic Biscuits
This recipe from American cooking guru Scott Peacock turns out biscuits that are fluffy, light, and buttery.
Yield: 12 to 16 biscuits
Prep: 10 mins
Bake: 8 mins to 12 mins 500°F
Cherry Cobbler
This timeless classic features warm, bubbly fruit and a crunchy biscuit topping.
Makes: 6 servings
Prep: 40 mins
Cool: 1 hr
Bake: 20 mins 400°F
Chicken-Chile Stew with Beans
This regional dish's sweet-but-spicy flavor comes from a mix of chile peppers, butternut squash , and a touch of honey.
Makes: 6 servings
Start to Finish: 2 hrs
Stand: 8 hrs
One-Pot Spaghetti
A meaty sauce featuring beef and pork makes this hassle-free pasta recipe a family favorite.
Makes: 4 servings
Start to Finish: 40 mins
Caramel Apple Upside-Down Cornmeal Cake
A buttery mixture of apples, pecans, and cranberries tops flaky cornmeal cake. Serve it with a scoop of cinnamon ice cream.
Makes: 8 servings
Prep: 35 mins
Cook: 8 mins
Bake: 30 mins 350°F
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