The cozy meals we find so comforting come out in fall as the days get shorter and colder. Roasts, stews, casseroles, and so much more take center stage. To become your best home cook this season, we grouped 25 of our best fall dinners of all time. From saucy and meaty to tender and savory, there is no shortage of classic, cozy creations and exciting twists using seasonal ingredients check out the Allrecipes community’s tried-and-true favorites.
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Chef John’s Classic Beef Stroganoff
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“Absolutely delicious Stroganoff. One of the best I’ve tasted,” says reviewer STACYLHALL. “Getting quality chuck is important to taking this up a notch. Adding ‘Better Than Bouillon’ Roast Beef Base and the Creme Fraiche takes it to the next level.”
Classic Swiss Steak
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“This is delicious,” says Kevin. “Reminds me of my mom’s swiss steak. Which was a favorite of mine when I was a kid. I Followed the recipe exactly except I severed it with buttermilk biscuits and mashed potatoes. This recipe will be on regular rotation at our house.”
Easy Chicken Marsala
“This is a wonderful recipe! It’s almost exactly like the Chicken Marsala at my favorite restaurant,” says reviewer Kaye Lynn. “I make this when I want a delicious, elegant meal and serve it with wild rice and a nice bottle of wine.”
Easy White Chili
“Delicious!” says WyoRose. “I made this for a crafting weekend. There was 21 of us there. This made enough for us all. I did mash up 1 of the cans of beans to make it thicker. Served with cornbread, sour cream, and Monterey Jack cheese. Excellent!”
Beef Pot Pie
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“This beef pot pie is delicious! I couldn’t find a recipe for this kind of pot pie so I made my own, and it is great for those cold nights,” says Allrecipes member Stephanie.
Stuffed Pork Chops
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“These deconstructed-style stuffed pork chops are pure comfort food and easy to make for a hearty midweek meal,” says Allrecipes member Tina. “My husband loves the stuffing so much I usually double the recipe for the bread crumb mixture and leave everything else the same.”
Jamaican Brown Stew Chicken
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“This brown stew chicken is made with chicken thighs and is full of Caribbean flavors,” says Chef John. “It’s delicious served over steamed rice with green peas, garnished with fresh thyme. I’ve wanted to make this for a while since I love braised or slow stewed chicken. It came out amazingly well!”
Creamy Chickpea Curry
“This recipe was easy and delicious,” says AcePita1570. “It’s so good that I’m taking it to a potluck at church on Sunday!”
Easy Pasta Fagioli
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“This hearty pasta fagioli recipe with cannellini beans and ditalini pasta is a classic and deliciously comforting Italian soup,” says Allrecipes member Cindy. “Serve with a grating of Parmesan cheese and crusty bread.”
Tender Pork Spare Ribs
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“This pork spare rib recipe was inspired by a celebrity chef’s braising method for baby back ribs,” says Allrecipes member Kerri Jaggers. “I changed the seasonings and increased the cooking time, and I have been very pleased with them every time. These spare ribs are really tender, and the meat is so flavorful that you don’t have to add BBQ sauce unless you want to.”
Simple Beef Pot Roast
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“This easy pot roast recipe is warm, hearty, and delicious!” says Chef John. “Plus, the technique could not be more simple. The vegetables break down, combining with the meat’s juices to create a sauce! Serve over horseradish mashed potatoes.”
Traditional Sauerbraten
“For this sauerbraten, I found two slightly different handwritten versions of my Grandmother’s recipe,” says Chris Simpler. “Born in Nekkar am Rhein in 1904, she naturally learned to cook traditional German meals as a young woman and didn’t rely on a cookbook. I try to capture the nuance in this. Serve with potato dumplings.”
Baked Pork Chops with Cream of Mushroom Soup
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“Excellent pork chops and gravy,” says reviewer Lillian Anderson. “This was very easy to make. I like recipes that don’t require a trip to the grocery store. I didn’t change a thing in this recipe.”
Stove Top Pot Roast
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“Learn how to cook pot roast with this simple and savory stovetop pot roast made with turnips, carrots, and potatoes,” says Allrecipes member Sarah. “Warm up a nice loaf of bread and toss a salad, and you have a hearty meal.”
Kalua Pig in a Slow Cooker
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“This super easy recipe is one I come back to over and over again,” says reviewer Diane Cullum. “I’ve used any type of pork roast and it turns out delicious! The leftover are great in other recipes like quesadillas and tacos. We love it!”
Italian Wedding Soup
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“This Italian wedding soup is a combination of homemade meatballs with sliced escarole, carrots, and orzo pasta in a lovely flavorsome broth,” says Allrecipes member Star Pooley. “Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley and extra Parmesan cheese.”
Spaghetti Squash
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“Spaghetti squash is roasted with veggies, feta cheese, and olives to make this surprisingly tasty side dish or vegetarian meal,” says Allrecipes member Maryellen. “The roasted flesh of spaghetti squash comes out in long strands, very much resembling the noodles for which it is named.”
Simply the Easiest Beef Brisket
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“An easy brisket recipe as the name suggests—and simply the best!” says Allrecipes member PMARRIE. “This cut of beef is slow cooked in a delicious homemade sweet and spicy sauce until tender. I like to make this the day before for a great flavor. Simply reheat slowly to serve.”
Unstuffed Cabbage Roll
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“This is my Autumn go to cabbage recipe. I have made it many times as written,” says reviewer Mary P. “I serve over rice and tonight I’m trying over egg noodles. It’s a wonderful recipe as written.”
A Simply Perfect Roast Turkey
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“Simple roast turkey just like grandma used to make,” says Allrecipes member Syd. “Seasoned with salt and pepper and basted with turkey stock, the flavors of the turkey really stand out. Stuff with your favorite dressing.”
Famous Butter Chicken
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“These butter chicken breasts are dipped in beaten eggs and cracker crumbs, then baked with butter,” says Allrecipes member HAULBUR. “These chicken breasts are really tender and moist with excellent flavor! I never have leftovers.”
Campbell’s Tuna Noodle Casserole
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“I made this exactly as written, using the cheddar cheese tip at the bottom of the recipe. This is so easy to make and came out so delicious,” says reviewer Barbara Sullivan. “I had the time to enjoy eating it with my husband who kept going back for more. We LOVED it, will definitely make it again and again!”
Cowboy Mashed Potato Casserole
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“I followed the recipe exactly, and out was delicious!” says reviewer Julie Rollins. “My husband and I both loved it. The flavors are very fresh. We added cubed avocado and tortilla chips to our bowls, and it made it even tastier!”
Gourmet Mushroom Risotto
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“This recipe is absolutely wonderful. My husband and I could not get enough, and even got raves from my 5 year old,” says reviewer RJ. “This was my first time making risotto and was surprised to have made a restaurant quality dish.”
Homemade Mac and Cheese
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“This homemade mac and cheese is topped with buttered bread crumbs for pure comfort food,” says Allrecipes member Judy. “It’s easy to make the cheese sauce from scratch, starting with a roux and adding milk, Cheddar, and Parmesan to make a rich, decadent sauce that coats every nook and cranny of the noodles.”
