The best way to enjoy an autumnal meal is with a piping hot soup, stew, or braised dish. These healthy meals are sure to warm you up from the inside out.
These wholesome recipes make the most of the season’s produce and whole grains, and they are easy to make ahead. Plus, many are low in calories and high in fiber.
Beef stew
If you’re looking for the best way to enjoy an autumnal meal, beef stew is the answer. This simple dish packs a big flavor and is easy to prepare ahead of time.
This savory fall stew is loaded with tender meat, hearty vegetables, and crispy bacon. It’s a one-dish dinner that will please everyone at the table.
Chicken sausage
With its lower fat and calorie content, chicken sausage has become increasingly popular as a substitute for pork sausage.
It can be used on its own as a hot dog or mixed with other ingredients such as rice, slaw, pancakes, or pasta. It can also be grilled, fried, or baked.
Beef roulade
Roulade is a German dish consisting of thin slices of meat that are brushed with mustard and then wrapped with bacon, onion, D, and pickle before being slow-cooked in rich gravy.
A cut of beef that is most commonly used in this recipe is top round steak (also called topside), but flank steak can also be used.
Roasted garlic beef
If you’re looking for the perfect way to celebrate the season and your holiday table, this roasted garlic beef is an excellent option. Not only is it easy to make, but it also tastes delicious.
Garlic is a key ingredient in this recipe, which is topped with a buttery cream sauce. It’s also a great meal to serve for a dinner party or as an easy weeknight meal.
Kale and chicken soup
A hearty kale and chicken soup with lots of healthy vegetables, perfect for cooler weather. The kale is sauteed in a light lemony broth with aromatics, and the soup has a creamy texture thanks to blended white beans.
This easy weeknight soup is the best way to warm up your bones! It’s a perfect dish to serve with a slice of bread or homemade croutons.
Braised beef shank
A beef shank is a tough cut of meat that needs a long cooking process to break down its connective tissue. A braising method makes this easy to achieve and delicious.
The beef is smoked before it’s braised and the braising liquid is mixed with vegetables to form a rich, meaty sauce. This is a wonderful dish that can be served as a cold appetizer or with noodles for a filling meal.
Sauteed Brussels sprouts
Sauteed Brussels sprouts are a quick and easy stovetop side dish. They’re charred at the edges and caramelized for a perfect mix of savor with a hint of sweetness.
They are also a good source of fiber and omega-3 fatty acids. But beware: overcooked Brussels sprouts can be bitter and sulfur-like, so try to cook them properly.
Lamb chops with green garlic
The weather is getting colder, and your cravings are switching over to heavier fare for comfort. Casseroles, roasted veggies, soups, stews, and braises are all good bets for cozy fall meals.
Lamb is a classic autumnal meat, and this recipe for sizzling garlic lamb chops is a fantastic way to celebrate the season with this protein-packed dish. The lemon-parsley pan sauce is a perfect complement to the lamb, and it’s easy to put together in just 20 minutes.
Pumpkin griddle cakes
If you are a fan of fall and want to make a hearty meal, this pumpkin pancake recipe is a perfect choice. It uses a combination of whole wheat flour and pumpkin puree, along with sweet toasted pepitas and cranberries for texture.
These light, flat cakes are flavored with pumpkin pie spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. They can be served with butter and syrup for an autumnal breakfast.
Dungeness crab with cauliflower risotto
This risotto is full of luxurious crab flavor, making it the perfect dinner for an elegant dinner party. Pair it with Tom Gore Vineyards Chardonnay for a meal that’s sure to impress.
You can substitute half the cauliflower for brown rice if you prefer to limit carbs. But be warned: Cauliflower has a lot of water and it’s likely to leach liquid as it cooks.
