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14 Recipes That Taste Like Fall

By: Joanna Cismaru •Last Updated: 10/6/25 Leave a Comment

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Fall is my season. Leaves are falling, the air smells like woodsmoke, and my oven has officially come out of hibernation. These are 14 recipes that taste like fall, cozy, comforting, and full of those flavors that make you want to stay in and eat something good.

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  • Fall Flavors Are Back!
  • 14 Recipes To Make This Fall
  • Rosemary Garlic Pork Roast
  • Maple Mustard Roasted Turkey Thighs
  • Deconstructed Stuffed Pepper Casserole
  • Brussels Sprouts Salad
  • Cabbage Roll Casserole
  • Chicken with Creamy Mushroom Sauce
  • Pumpkin Roll
  • Beef Stew
  • Apple Pie Cake
  • Mushroom Risotto
  • Pork Schnitzel
  • Apple Pie Cheesecake Bars
  • Honey Roasted Butternut Squash
  • Butternut Squash Soup
  • Try These Recipes Next
honey roasted butternut squash on a platter.
Joanna Cismaru 2022 blogger Jo Cooks

Fall Flavors Are Back!

Fall has officially arrived which means the sweaters are out, the oven’s back on, and my comfort food cravings are in full swing. This is the season for cozy dinners, slow roasts, and desserts that make your whole house smell incredible.

So if you’re ready to lean into the season, I’ve rounded up 14 recipes that taste exactly like fall, hearty comforting and perfect those chilly evenings when you just want something good.

14 Recipes To Make This Fall

sliced rosemary garlic pork roast with gravy over white beans.

Rosemary Garlic Pork Roast

This Rosemary Garlic Pork Roast is my go-to for Sunday dinners or whenever I want to make something that feels like a big deal without actually being a big fuss. It’s juicy, full of garlicky herby flavor, and the gravy? Honestly, I could drink it.
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a maple mustard roasted turkey thigh sliced on a white plate along some stuffing and roasted carrots.

Maple Mustard Roasted Turkey Thighs

These Maple Mustard Roasted Turkey Thighs are super juicy, delicious and a great alternative for roasting a whole turkey. Perfect not just for Thanksgiving dinner but for any weekend supper.
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freshly made deconstructed stuffed pepper casserole in a dutch oven topped with cheddar cheese and garnished with parsley.

Deconstructed Stuffed Pepper Casserole

This Deconstructed Stuffed Pepper Casserole offers you all the great flavors of stuffed peppers, but ready in a fraction of the  time. This casserole really does taste like real stuffed peppers and it's perfect for any busy weeknight!
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a hand lifting up some brussels sprouts salad from a bowl.

Brussels Sprouts Salad

This Brussels Sprouts Salad with crispy bacon, white cheddar and pecans, with a sweet vinaigrette is the absolute best brussels sprouts salad. You only need a few ingredients to make this super easy Brussels Sprouts Salad that's perfect for a quick lunch, or as a side to any meal.
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close up shot of a serving spoon taking a portion of cabbage roll casserole

Cabbage Roll Casserole

My Cabbage Roll Casserole recipe is layered with a perfectly seasoned pork and rice mixture, tender cabbage, and topped with cheese. It's a great meal you can throw together with ease. With instructions included for turning this into a freezer meal, good homemade food will be a cinch any night of the week.
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overhead of chicken breasts smothered in creamy mushroom sauce.

Chicken with Creamy Mushroom Sauce

This Chicken with Creamy Mushroom Sauce is a simple yet very elegant dish featuring boneless skinless chicken breasts in a delicious creamy mushroom sauce made with white wine and cream.
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a slice of pumpkin roll on a white plate.

Pumpkin Roll

This classic Pumpkin Roll truly is irresistibly delicious, loaded with pumpkin and spices and filled with the best spiced cream cheese filling. It's so good, it will be gone in seconds!
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overhead of beef stew in a white bowl..

Beef Stew

A classic Beef Stew with all the fixings! A truly simple dish to make with simple ingredients, but one that’s loaded with a multitude of deep and rich flavors.
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a slice of apple pie cake on a black plate.

Apple Pie Cake

Meet the Apple Pie Cake! Imagine a tender yellow cake acting as a cozy bed for cinnamon-spiced apples, all crowned with a buttery, crumbly topping. It's like a pie and a cake had a heavenly dessert baby that you'll want to devour.
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side shot of mushroom risotto in a Dutch oven garnished with a bit of parmesan cheese and parsley with a wooden spoon in it

Mushroom Risotto

This Bacon and Mushroom Risotto recipe is rich, creamy, cheesy, made with salty bacon and earthy mushrooms. While this classic dish is usually enjoyed in restaurants with a high price tag, I've created this risotto with basic ingredients and fool-proof instructions. Time to treat yourself!
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a bunch of pork schnitzel on a serving platter with lemon wedges.

Pork Schnitzel

This Pork Schnitzel is all about crispy, golden, pan-fried goodness. Thin pork cutlets, breaded and fried to crunchy perfection.
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a stack of 3 apple pie cheesecake bars drizzled with salted caramel.

Apple Pie Cheesecake Bars

These Apple Pie Cheesecake Bars are to die for! We're talking apple pie, cookies, and cheesecake all rolled into one. Top these bars with some salted caramel for a totally divine cheesecake dessert!
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two halves of a honey roasted butternut squash on a platter roasted with sugar pecans.

Honey Roasted Butternut Squash

Using only a handful of ingredients, this Honey Roasted Butternut Squash is one of the best side dishes for any Holiday or weekday dinner. It's a seasonal favorite enjoyed by many that is both healthy and satisfying.
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butternut squash soup in a white bowl garnished with pepitas, bacon, goat cheese and maple syrup.

Butternut Squash Soup

This Butternut Squash Soup is not your average squash soup. It’s creamy, cozy, a little sweet, a little spicy, and finished with crispy bacon and goat cheese (if you’re smart). Easy enough for a weeknight, fancy enough for company.
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I’m Joanna (Jo for short) and this is my blog where I share with you my culinary adventures. Through Jo Cooks, I invite you to join me in my kitchen as we explore delicious recipes from around the globe, celebrate the joy of cooking, and make every meal a memorable one. Happy cooking!

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