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The Easiest Comfort Food Recipes to Keep You Cozy This Fall

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Every year when fall rolls in, I start craving food that’s simple, hearty, and satisfying. That’s exactly what you’ll find here! They’re a lifesaver for anyone balancing busy days with a need for seasonal comfort.
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No-Fail Fall Comfort Recipes to Try Today

Autumn cooking is slower, heartier, and a little nostalgic. Here you’ll find the dishes that make you want to grab a second bowl before the night gets any colder.

 
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One of my go-tos is definitely broccoli and cheese casserole. Why? Because it’s hard to resist all that cheesy goodness finished off with a perfectly golden, crunchy topping. I bet you’ve never had broccoli like this before!
Broccoli Casserole with Ritz Crackers
 
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We’ve all had an apple pie at least once in our life, but not all of us have had a homemade, fresh-out-of-the-oven apple pie using puff pastry. This melt-in-your-mouth treat is a must at your upcoming holiday celebrations.
Puff Pastry Apple Hand Pies
 
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This applesauce cake is moist, fluffy, and packed with cozy fall flavors. It’s an outrageously delicious dessert that’s as perfect for all your holiday celebrations as it is for a cozy night in.
Applesauce Cake
 
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Homemade apple butter is a fall essential you won’t want to miss. Fresh, crisp apples are slow cooked with brown sugar, vanilla, and warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves to make a smooth, velvety spread that’s out-of-this-world delicious.
Apple Butter
 
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I’d eat these creamy, comforting garlic mashed potatoes everyday if I could. With its perfect balance of fluffy potatoes, rich butter, creamy milk, and aromatic garlic, you won’t want mashed potatoes any other way ever again.
Garlic Mashed Potatoes
 
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These tender buttery baby potatoes inside a golden crispy, cheesy parmesan crust sound too good to be true, but you can actually whip them up in your kitchen in just 45 minutes.
Roasted Parmesan Potatoes
 
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Caramelized onions, garlic, white wine, beef broth, herbs, and spices combine to create a rich and flavorful soup that looks and tastes gourmet. A slice of crispy baguette with melty cheese completes the package!
French Onion Soup
 
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A low-carb alternative to mashed potatoes is better than the real thing. The creamy consistency of cauliflower mashed with butter and herbs is too delicious to resist.
Mashed Cauliflower Potatoes
 
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Potato soup is a classic fall and winter comfort food I’ve always enjoyed, and this is another flavorful version to try. Now, it’s my go-to for everything from cozy dinners at home to serving guests at dinner parties.
Potato And Leek Soup
 
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Love the taste of fresh, homemade bread but don’t have the time or energy for all that kneading and preparation? With this easy bread machine pumpkin bread recipe, you can enjoy the delicious flavors of fall without the hassle.
Bread Machine Pumpkin Bread
 
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With just 4 key ingredients (plus salt and pepper), this low-carb and gluten-free casserole dish is the perfect way to sneak in veggies while still enjoying a comfort food classic. Bonus is that it’s incredibly easy to make in just 30 minutes!
Baked Cauliflower Mac and Cheese
 
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This cranberry pecan chicken salad has a special place in my heart. It’s my holiday lunch favorite my mom used to make for me as a child, and now I make it with my kids all the time because it’s become their favorite, too!
Cranberry Chicken Salad
 
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There couldn’t be a faster way to prepare light and fluffy biscuits on a low-carb diet. You don’t have to knead or roll the dough, just combine the gluten-free ingredients and scoop a spoonful on a baking sheet, then pop it in the oven and bake until...
Drop Biscuits with Buttermilk

Stock Up Before Diving Into These Fall Recipes

Before you roll up your sleeves in the kitchen, it helps to have the essentials ready. Stocking up now means you won’t get halfway through a recipe only to realize you’re missing something important.

 
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Many of the coziest fall recipes are made for slow cooking, and this Crock-Pot handles them beautifully. Its size is just right for family meals, and cleanup is quick since the stoneware goes straight into the dishwasher.
Slow Cooker (Stainless Steel)
 
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Homemade bread pairs perfectly with hearty fall recipes, and this Cuisinart machine does all the work for you. Compact but versatile, it offers 12 preprogrammed options and a timer for fresh bread anytime.
Cuisinart Compact Bread Maker
 
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Homemade spreads like apple butter need airtight storage, and these NETANY jars do the job well. At 16 oz, they’re the right size for small batches and gifting.
NETANY 6-pack Glass Jars
 
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These KooK soup crocks make serving French onion soup easy and authentic. The oven-safe design handles the broiler for that golden cheesy finish, and cleanup is simple with dishwasher-safe ceramic.
KooK Ceramic Bowls (Set of 4)
 
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There’s something about real maple syrup that sugar just can’t match. This bottle has that deep, caramel-like flavor that makes apple hand pies and weekend pancakes taste extra special.
Organic Maple Syrup (32 fl oz)