This time of year, life moves at lightning speed. It seems to be the nature of the season- a gradually revving up, building, towards the holidays. Days become shorter, colder and our appetites change as well. We start to crave cozy, heartier, meatier, comfort food recipes, warming to both body and soul.
If you’ve been on the blog a while, you’ll know that most of the recipes you’ll find here tend to be on the lighter, healthier side (like these Vegetarian Recipes for Fall). But I don’t judge or label food as good or bad. These recipes are more of the “stick-to-your-bones” type. Rich, decadent and meaty. And while I don’t cook this way every day, there is a place for them, especially when shared around the table.
Comfort food, in moderation, can be incredibly nourishing on the soul level. Not just the eating of it, but particularly in the act of making it. Making comfort food can be really comforting if we allow it – the perfect way to spend a slow and lazy Sunday.
Sharing it with others feels especially good too. Many of these comfort food recipes can be made ahead– perfect for fall gatherings or the holiday table. Here are a few of my favorite comfort food recipes for fall and winter. Hope you enjoy!
Slow Cooker Turkey Bolognese with Mushrooms
Crispy-skinned Duck with Roasted Plums, Cider Glaze and Crispy Sage- a simple elegant meal highlighting fall plums that can be made in 40 minutes!
White Chicken Chili is made with with white beans, poblano chilies, cilantro, coriander and lime. Tangy, spicy, this one-pot meal is hearty and delicious!
Print20 Comfort Food Recipes (for Fall)
20 comfort food recipes that are perfect for the colder months. Hearty, meaty and satisfying, perfect for sharing!
- Prep Time: 40
- Cook Time: 40
- Total Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Yield: 4-6
- Category: mains
- Method: oven
- Cuisine: northwest
Ingredients
- lamb
- beef
- chicken
- butternut
- pumpkins
- parsnips
Instructions
Pick out a few recipes to try this winter. Tell me your favorites below!
Keywords: comfort food recipes, comfort food meals
Did I miss something? No vegetarian recipes for November?
Haha, Yes, there are ALWAYS vegetarian recipes! This is just for the meat-eating folk. Take a look at these Vegetarian Recipes or these Vegan Dinner Recipes– more up your ally. 🙂
I am going to try to make as many of these recipes that I can this month.
Thanks for sharing. :)))
Thanks!!! Let me know your favorites!
Your recipes look amazing. I want to come live with you 🙂
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Haha! I would say yes but our house is tiny!
These all look so amazing! Thank you for all the inspiration!