When autumn arrives, the best recipes to share with family and friends are usually the ones that bring comfort with little effort. Fresh apples, squash, and carrots are easy to find this time of year, and they shine in soups, casseroles, and baked goods. Cooking in this season feels natural when you keep things simple.
Turkey Pot Pie
If you have leftover turkey in the fridge, this leftover turkey pot pie with homemade shortcrust pastry is an easy way to turn it into a new dinner. It has three main parts: a crisp, buttery pastry you make from scratch, a creamy filling with turkey, vegetables, and mushrooms, and a mix of herbs that give it a gentle, savory flavor.
To learn more: Leftover Turkey Pot Pie with Homemade Shortcrust
Baked Lamb Chops
If you like tender lamb with light seasoning and hearty vegetables, this classic Turkish dish Oven Baked Lamb Chops, known as Firinda Kuzu Pirzola, is a great one to try. The meat cooks with onions, peppers, tomatoes, and potatoes along with a light mix of garlic, thyme, and chili. It is simple to prepare and gives you a complete one-pan meal.
To learn more: Baked Lamb Chops - Firinda Kuzu Pirzola
Turkish Lamb Shank
This Turkish braised lamb dish feels cozy and hearty without being too heavy. It’s perfect for a simple family dinner or a special gathering when served with Turkish Rice Pilaf (Sehriyeli Pilav) on the side.
To learn more: Kuzu Incik - Turkish Lamb Shank
Meatballs with Mashed Potatoes
Hasanpaşa Köfte is a delicious Turkish casserole dish featuring juicy meatballs topped with creamy mashed potatoes and cheese, all baked in a flavorful tomato sauce. You can serve this Turkish staple for family weeknight dinners or special occasions.
To learn more: Hasanpaşa Köfte - Turkish Meatballs with Mashed Potatoes
Pumpkin Risotto
Pumpkin risotto with parmesan (or Risotto Alla Zucca) is a creamy, comforting, and extremely delicious autumn dish made with arborio rice, pumpkin, Homemade Vegetable Stock, and parmesan cheese.
This classic Italian risotto dish is perfect for entertaining: it is elegant, easy to make, and ready in just 40 minutes!
To learn more: Pumpkin Risotto - Risotto Alla Zucca
Cottage Pie
This Easy Cottage Pie is classic British comfort food made with a rich meaty sauce topped with creamy and cheesy mashed potatoes.
It is very easy to cook and also very affordable. Whether you’re planning a big feast for St. Patrick’s Day, or just looking for some comforting meal prep for the week ahead, this traditional Cottage Pie recipe is perfect for you.
To learn more: Easy Cottage Pie
Greek Pastitsio
Greek Pastitsio Recipe, (or Greek Lasagna - Greek Macaroni), is a favorite comfort food of mine, especially when I need to feed a crowd.
It's a baked pasta dish with layers of pasta, topped with rich meat ragu and velvety béchamel sauce. This traditional Greek dish freezes beautifully and is ideal for making ahead.
To learn more: Greek Pastitsio Recipe (Greek Lasagna)
Moroccan Harira Lamb and Chickpea Soup
Moroccan Harira Soup is a hearty and delicious combination of lamb or veal, lentils, and chickpeas. Packed with healthy, filling, and super flavorful ingredients, this Moroccan soup is considered a meal itself.
To learn more: Moroccan Harira Lamb and Chickpea Soup
Air Fryer Cinnamon Rolls
Spoil your loved ones with these fluffy, soft, and moist Air Fryer Cinnamon Rolls made from scratch!
Slathered with a generous layer of silky cream cheese icing, they are the perfect breakfast treat or late-night snack when you crave something sweet.
To learn more: Air Fryer Cinnamon Rolls From Scratch
Potatoes au Gratin
Dauphinoise Potatoes, also referred to as Potatoes au Gratin, are a classic French dish consisting of thinly sliced potatoes cooked in cream and topped with nutty Gruyère cheese. They are luxuriously rich, wonderfully tender, and incredibly delicious.
To learn more: Potatoes au Gratin - Dauphinoise Potatoes
Steak and Mushroom Pie
This delicious “lid only” Steak Pie is a quintessentially British dish made of slow-cooked beef and topped with flaky golden shortcrust pastry.
It is the ultimate comfort food for cold winter nights when paired with some Pomme Purée (Creamy Mashed Potatoes) on the side.
To learn more: Steak Pie
Chicken and Dumpling Soup
Deliciously rich and creamy Chicken and Dumpling Soup has been warming hearts and soothing souls for generations.
From the tender chicken pieces to the fluffy dumplings and the flavorful broth, this easy chicken and dumpling soup is comfort food at its best.
To learn more: Easy Chicken and Dumpling Soup Recipe
Apple Crumble
I love warm cooked apples. And it is no surprise that this deliciously warm and toasty cinnamon Apple Crumble is one of my favorites, especially when the weather turns to autumn. It is one of those classic no-fuss desserts that everyone should have in their recipe book. The good news is that this delicious recipe is very easy to make and takes around half an hour to prepare.
To learn more: Apple Crisp Recipe Without Oats
Apple Filled Cookies
Turkish Apple Cookies (Elmali Kurabiye) are delicious melt-in-the-mouth pastries made with crispy cookie dough filled with apple, cinnamon, and walnuts.
Just like Walnut Cookies, these are the perfect autumn cookies that can also be enjoyed any time of the year along with a cup of Salep - Turkish Hot Milk Drink (Sahlab).
To learn more: Turkish Apple Cookies (Elmali Kurabiye)
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