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25 Warm Recipes To Keep You Toasty This Fall

25 Warm Recipes To Keep You Toasty This Fall

As the autumn swiftly approaches, so does the cold weather. The beautiful change in foliage; the sweep of sparkling yellows, vibrant oranges, bright reds, and deep browns; the crisp, biting wind — suddenly the hot summer days are coming to an end and the cool fall is seeping into the air.

All of these fall phenomenons are best enjoyed with a piping hot meal. So without further ado, here are some warm recipes to keep you toasty as the cold advances.

1. Cozy Autumn Wild Rice Soup

Kick-off your fall meals with this hearty combo of autumnal flavors. It’s a creamy soup, which is a great comfort on a cold night. You will also incorporate many fall seasonal vegetables like mushrooms, sweet potato, kale, and more!

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Get the full recipe from Gimme Some Oven.

2. Turkey Sausage-Stuffed Acorn Squash

With scrumptious acorn squash as a base–mixed with onions, mushrooms, tomatoes, mozzarella, and apple slices–this dish will definitely make your mouth water! These stuffed squash can be made with chicken (or even vegetarian) sausage instead of turkey, so pick your poison!

Get the full recipe from Taste of Home.

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3. Classic Shrimp Étouffée

If you’re a diehard fan of shrimp, you will surely enjoy this classic shrimp étouffée. It’s warm, it’s fragrant, and it will fill your belly in just the right way.

Get the full recipe from The Spruce Eats.

4. Curried Red Lentil Sweet Potato Stew

Lentil soup makes for an amazing, hearty autumn dinner. Lentils are incredibly versatile, and this is one of the many ways they can be enjoyed!

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Get the full recipe from Love & Lemons.

5. One-pan Apricot Walnut and Brie Stuffed Chicken Breast with Roasted Potatoes

Single pan dishes are great for when you don’t have a lot of time to spare, and they are incredibly flavorful. This unique apricot walnut and brie stuffed chicken will warm up your belly and make you (potentially) drool.

Get the full recipe from Half Baked Harvest.

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6. Pumpkin Alfredo

Autumn in America is all about pumpkin spice (and everything nice.) This creamy and warm pasta dish will fit right in with the current pumpkin trend. This dish is a low-calorie alternative to regular alfredo, but is still just as scrumptious!

Get the full recipe from Yellow Bliss Road.

7. Classic Chicken and Shrimp Jambalaya With Sausage

Another flavorful shrimp dish, this classic chicken and shrimp jambalaya with sausage will definitely hit the right spot.

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Get the full recipe from The Spruce Eats.

8. Sage Brown Butter Sauce Butternut Squash Ravioli

There are plenty of distinctive and yummy autumn flavors to use in your warm meal. This ravioli dish combines sage, brown butter, and the classic taste of butternut squash.

Get the full recipe from Aberdeen’s Kitchen.

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9. One Pan Autumn Chicken Dinner

Another scrumptious way to toss together sweet potatoes, chicken, and apples; this quick autumn dinner is truly unforgettable!

Get the full recipe from Cooking Classy.

10. Pumpkin Bread

If you’ve had a long, cold day, a warm slice of pumpkin bread will cheer you up in the best possible way. This recipe will give yield a wonderfully moist and spiced bread.

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Get the full recipe from Julie’s Eats and Treats.

11. Chicken Enchiladas

This flavorful dish will only take you 10 minutes to prepare! (If all goes well.) Add avocado slices, tomatoes, and plenty of cilantro to the top of the warm bake for a fragrant meal.

Get the full recipe from Natasha’s Kitchen.

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12. Creamy Vegetable Soup Recipe

Another creamy seasonal soup that will warm you up from inside to out. The salty bacon adds a nice touch.

Get the full recipe from Valentina’s Corner.

13. Fish Stew

The fresher the fish, the better: this fish stew is a great meal for the seafood-loving family. It’s full of delicious spices and packed with incredible flavor.

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Get the full recipe from Taming Twins.

14. Sweet Potato Baked Oatmeal

Baked oatmeal is warm and hearty, and makes for a great breakfast on cold autumn mornings. The mashed sweet potatoes, the pecans, and the pumpkin pie spices add to the fragrant flavors of fall.

Get the full recipe from Eating Bird Food.

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15. Homemade Shepherd’s Pie

Shepherd’s pie tastes extra incredible when you’re trying to warm yourself up. It’s definitely a bit time consuming to prepare, so make sure to embark on your shepherd’s pie journey when you have enough time.

Get the full recipe from Savory Nothings.

16. Golden Turmeric Noodle Miso Soup

You really just can’t go wrong with a hot bowl of soup on a cold autumn day–and this golden turmeric noodle miso soup is no different. It’s vegan, gluten-free, and full of fresh ingredients!

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Get the full recipe from Love & Lemons.

17. Coconut Chicken Curry

A piping hot bowl of curry is simply the best. This coconut chicken curry is delicious and quick to make!

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Get the full recipe from Chelsea’s Messy Apron.

18. Momma’s Turkey Stew with Dumplings

If you’re feeling a bit nippy, this turkey stew with dumplings is sure to hit the right spot.

Get the full recipe from Taste of Home.

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19. Pumpkin Crisp

Another dish made with the (severely under-utilized) flavors of pumpkin, this spin on the classic apple crisp is warm, sweet, and a real treat.

Get the full recipe from Dance Around the Kitchen.

20. Three Bean Chili

Chili is filling, flavorful, and perfectly warm for a cool fall day. This vegan version will definitely hit the right spot.

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Get the full recipe from The Simple Veganista.

21. Soul-Warming Hungarian Mushroom Soup

You truly can’t go wrong with fungi. (Well, you can but this is not one of those times.) Just like its title, this Hungarian mushroom soup will warm your soul.

Get the full recipe from Little Spice Jar.

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22. Butternut Lasagna with Mushrooms and Sage

If you’re looking for a unique spin on lasagna that incorporates the flavors of fall, try out this version with butternut squash, mushrooms, and sage. It’s a delicious vegetarian alternative to a meat-packed lasagna.

Get the full recipe from Feasting at Home.

23. Berbere Chicken with Ethiopian Lentils

Again, lentils are the best–especially in the fall. This Berbere chicken with Ethiopian lentils incorporates a fragrant blend of spices (so many spices!) resulting in a bold and flavorful dish.

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Get the full recipe from Feasting at Home.

24. One-Pot Creamy French Onion Pasta Bake

It’s like French onion soup but with pasta and extra cheese–does it get any better? This creamy French onion bake will definitely hit the right spot on a cold fall day.

Get the full recipe from Half Baked Harvest.

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25. Baked Apples

To top it all off, this healthy spin on a baked apple pie is perfect for a cold fall day. It’s almost like you are (figuratively) biting into autumn itself.

Get the full recipe from Baked By an Introvert.

Which of these toasty and warm recipes will you try this autumn? Share your favorite fall recipes in the comments below!

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