Our Favorite Fall Recipes

As the leaves change color and the air grows crisp, there’s nothing quite like cozying up with a delicious fall-inspired meal. Whether you’re a seasoned cook or just starting out, our favorite fall recipes are sure to satisfy your cravings and warm your soul.

Join us as we share our favorite fall recipes that are sure to impress and find helpful tips and even more food inspiration from Real Food with Sarah, here.

Slow Cooker Irish Stew

This Slow Cooker Irish Stew has a rich broth perfect for cold nights and your seasonal get-togethers.

INGREDIENTS

• 1.5 pounds beef chuck, top round or beef stew meat, cut into bite-sized pieces
• ½ cup all-purpose flour
• Salt and pepper
• 1 yellow onion, diced
• 2 carrots, peeled and diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 2 sprigs fresh thyme
• 1 sprig fresh rosemary
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 bay leaf
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 pound yellow potatoes, quartered
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 12 ounce can or bottle pale ale, amber ale, or light brown ale, porter or stout
• 2 cups beef broth

SLURRY

• 2 tablespoons cornstarch or flour, (see instructions below)
• ¼ cup broth from the stew, (see instructions below)

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Coat the meat chunks in flour, salt and black pepper in a large mixing bowl or plastic bag. In a Dutch oven or large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil and heat on medium-high heat. Add the meat to the pan and saute until browned on all sides.
2. Add the meat and all remaining ingredients to the slow cooker. Set the slow cooker to low and cook for 6 hours.
3. Make a slurry by combining flour or cornstarch with broth from the stew. Whisk and add to the slow cooker to thicken.
4. Let the stew sit for 15-30 minutes. Serve and enjoy!

Honey Sriracha Meatballs

These flavorful Honey Sriracha Meatballs combine staple pantry ingredients for the perfect weeknight family meal. Serve them over rice or as an easy party appetizer!

INGREDIENTS

MEATBALLS

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 egg
• ¼ cup panko breadcrumbs
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• ½ tablespoon ginger, minced or grated
• 1 tablespoon sriracha
• 2 tablespoons coconut aminos or soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon fish sauce or oyster sauce
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper

GLAZE

• ¼ cup coconut aminos or soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon ginger, minced or grated
• ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
2. Combine all of the meatball ingredients in a medium-sized bowl. Use a cookie or ice cream scoop to form the meatballs and then roll them in between the palms of your hands. 
3. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and add the meatballs to the pan. Brown the meatballs on all sides, about 2-3 minutes.
4. Bake the meatballs for 20-25 minutes, using the skillet if it is oven-safe. Otherwise, transfer the meatballs to a parchment paper lined baking sheet before baking.

GLAZE

1. While the meatballs are cooking, begin making the glaze. Heat a small saucepan on high heat. Add glaze ingredients to the pan and bring to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to allow the glaze to simmer. Simmer until the sauce has thickened into a glaze, about 5 minutes.
2. Serve with glaze drizzled over top and enjoy!

BBQ Chicken Nachos

These BBQ Chicken Nachos are layered with crispy tortilla chips, gooey cheese, shredded BBQ chicken, and the best nacho toppings all baked on a large baking sheet. Perfect for football season, easy dinners, or the ultimate party appetizer. Have these nachos ready in just 25 minutes!

INGREDIENTS

• 2 cups cooked shredded chicken
• ½ cup BBQ sauce
• 1 bag tortilla chips
• 2 cups shredded cheddar and/or cheddar jack cheese
• ¼ red onion, finely diced
• 1 Roma tomato, finely diced
• ¼ cup sliced pickled jalapeños
• 2 tablespoons cilantro, roughly chopped

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. In a bowl, combine the shredded chicken with the barbecue sauce. Set aside.
2. Arrange tortilla chips on a large sheet pan. Top with 1 cup of cheese followed by the shredded chicken.
3. Sprinkle some of the red onion and diced tomato over the cheese. Top with the remaining cheese.
4. Place the sheet pan in the oven and cook for 10-15 minutes until the cheese is melted.
5. Remove the pan from the oven, top with the remaining red onion and diced tomato. Sprinkle with chopped cilantro and some jalapeño slices.
6. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Cranberry Orange Chicken Thighs

These Cranberry Orange Chicken Thighs will impress any dinner guest and will be a hit with your family! Homemade cranberry sauce and the juice from fresh oranges are the perfect complements to chicken thighs.

INGREDIENTS

• 1 cup uncooked white rice
• 2 cups water
• 4 bone-in skin-on chicken thighs
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
• 1 large orange, juiced and zested
• 3 tablespoons honey
• ½ teaspoon cinnamon
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 sprig fresh rosemary

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Cook the rice according to package directions and set aside.
2. Season the chicken thighs with salt, pepper and garlic cloves.
3. Begin making the cranberry sauce by adding cranberries, orange juice, orange zest, honey, cinnamon, balsamic vinegar and rosemary to a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Stir occasionally until the cranberries burst and thicken, about 10 minutes.
4. Once thickened, turn off the heat and smash the cranberries with a fork or potato masher.
5. Add the cooked rice to a casserole dish and top with the chicken thighs. Spread the cranberry sauce over the chicken thighs.
6. Bake for 25-30 minutes until the chicken is cooked through. Transfer chicken to plates along with the rice and serve. Enjoy!

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As you embrace the warmth and joy of the season, let our favorite fall recipes become a staple in your culinary repertoire. We hope you enjoy these delicious fall recipes as much as we do! Let us know your favorite dishes and share your creations with us on social media. Happy cooking!

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