Fall Comfort Foods

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Weeknight Chicken and Dumplings(with video)

We’ve taken a dish that traditionally takes hours and sped it up thanks to some quick-cooking boneless chicken thighs and the use of rendered bacon fat to build depth of flavor fast.

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Cheesy Corn Muffins

Cheese? Yes, please! Amping up the sweet flavor of corn muffins by adding some sharp Cheddar takes these from sideshow to main attraction.

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Chicken Parm Noodle Bake(with video)

Two ultimate comfort foods—chicken parmesan and noodle casserole—come together in this version that’s ideal for busy weeknights.

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Chicken Noodle Soup

Don’t wait until you catch a cold to make chicken soup. With this quick version, you can enjoy this family favorite anytime.

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Autumn Minestrone

This comforting and hearty bowl of soup made with a mixture of pantry staples and fresh veg comes together fast and is lovely on cool fall nights.

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Grilled Mozzarella, Spinach, and Red Pepper Sandwiches

More cheese please! This sophisticated take on a grilled cheese is an easy way to enjoy comfort food on a weekday.

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Old-Fashioned Pot Roast with Fall Veggies

Make this pot roast your own by featuring your favorite seasonal produce such as fresh pear, fennel, or turnips.

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Stuffed Portabellas and Roasted Butternut Squash

This vegetarian meal satisfies with its spinach and cheese–stuffed mushrooms and sweet, caramelized squash.

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Roasted Butternut Squash Soup(with video)

Cozy up in the kitchen with this delectable soup that’s vegetarian-friendly. Pumpkin seeds add crunch and protein.

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Tortellini with Sausage and Squash

Winter squash purée and garlic meld into an easy pasta sauce that’s brimming with iron and vitamin C. Spicy sausage jazzes up the dish.

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Mulled Cider

Warm up with a mug of this spiced apple cider that’s loaded with all the flavors of fall. For the adults, add a splash of bourbon or dark rum and enjoy by the fire.

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Apple or Pear Sauce with Honey

The kick of fresh ginger and the floral notes of honey set this applesauce apart from the store-bought kind.

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Pumpkin-Lentil Stew

The Instant Pot gets this hearty vegan stew on the table in under 30 minutes.

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Cincinnati Chili Spaghetti(with video)

A mound of pasta piled high with a quick-simmered sauce and grated Cheddar is comfort food at its best in this Ohio classic.

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Pumpkin Pie Spice Oatmeal

Put this dish together the night before and let the oats cook overnight, so you can wake up to a breakfast the whole family will enjoy.