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When the weather cools down, it’s normal (at least in this house!) to crave cozy, tasty fall dinner ideas which will satisfying your belly and warm your heart at the same time. Prepare for your palate to be wowed with these tasty go-to dishes that will keep you feeling toasty all season. There are appealing choices like one-pot wonders, hearty soup recipes and cozy casseroles that everyone will love. The options include tasty dishes ranging from glazed meatloaf to mushroom ragu or garlic tomato shrimp scampi, and there are lots more to try too!

Garlic Tomato Shrimp Scampi

Garlic tomato shrimp scampi in a pan.
Garlic Tomato Shrimp Scampi Without Wine. Photo credit: xoxobella.

Many easy garlic tomato shrimp scampi recipes call for wine, but do you really need to add it? Is there a wine substitute you can add to this seafood pasta dinner recipe instead? The following recipe proves you don’t need to add wine for a delicious shrimp and tomato dish served with pappardelle pasta.
Get the Recipe: Garlic Tomato Shrimp Scampi

Pork Loin Roast with Vegetables

A pork loin with vegetables on a plate.
Pork Loin Roast with Vegetables. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This Instant Pot pork loin roast with vegetables is a perfect date night dinner idea that’s quick and easy to prepare, thanks to pressure cooking. This meat, potatoes and veggies all-in-one dish is made with juicy pork loin and aromatic herbs for a perfect result.
Get the Recipe: Pork Loin Roast with Vegetables

Italian Beef

Two Italian beef buns on a tray.
Italian Beef. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

You won’t be able to resist making slow cooker Italian beef again and again once you try it. This hearty and filling dish is perfect on toasted rolls or hoagie buns and the slow cooked beef is incredibly tender and flavorful.
Get the Recipe: Italian Beef

Beef and Noodles with Mushrooms

Beef and noodles with mushrooms in a large white bowl.
Beef and Noodles with Mushrooms. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This slow cooker beef and noodles with mushrooms is the ultimate winter comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings. With a delicious combination of beef, mushrooms, and egg noodles in a creamy mushroom soup sauce, this easy crockpot recipe is a great option for busy weeknights.
Get the Recipe: Beef and Noodles with Mushrooms

Chicken Braised in Red Wine

Chicken dish with roasted vegetables.
Chicken Braised in Red Wine. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This dish features braised chicken in red wine with vegetables and fresh herbs. Paired with creamy mashed potatoes, this slow-braised chicken is always a crowd-pleaser and perfect for a delicious dinner.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Braised in Red Wine

Baked Feta Pasta

Overhead view of a pasta dish in a casserole.
Baked Feta Pasta. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This baked feta pasta dish is the perfect combination of creamy, tangy feta cheese and sweet, juicy tomatoes. It’s quick and easy to make, and sure to become a new favorite in your recipe collection!
Get the Recipe: Baked Feta Pasta

Shepherd’s Pie

A Dutch oven with a shepherd's pie.
Shepherd’s Pie. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Leftover turkey shepherd’s pie is an easy weeknight dinner using leftovers, such as turkey and mashed potatoes, as well as onion, herbs, vegetables, and Guinness for flavor. It’s a delicious and hearty meal that everyone will enjoy.
Get the Recipe: Shepherd’s Pie

Eggplant Parmigiana with Vodka Sauce

Eggplant parmigiana served in a casserole dish.
Eggplant Parmigiana. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Try this authentic Italian recipe for eggplant parmigiana, which is a comfort food favorite. Baked with a flavorful tomato and vodka sauce, this delicious vegetarian dinner idea is a hearty and satisfying meal bursting with tasty flavors.
Get the Recipe: Eggplant Parmigiana with Vodka Sauce

Onion Soup with Fontina

Onion soup with cheese topping.
Onion Soup with Fontina. Photo Credit: xoxoBella

This onion soup recipe is one of the tastiest, with a rich flavor from the mix of fontina, mozzarella, beef broth, and red wine. Serve it in small bowls as an appetizer or in larger ones for a hearty meal.
Get the Recipe: Onion Soup with Fontina

Pan Roasted Beef Tenderloin Medallions

Beef tenderlion on a plate.
Pan Roasted Beef Tenderloin Medallions. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

The delicious flavours of cayenne, garlic, chilies, horseradish and more, these seared beef medallions with tomato relish sauce are sure to tantalize your taste buds with this 30 minute meal.
Get the Recipe: Pan Roasted Beef Tenderloin Medallions

General Tso Shrimp Stir Fry

Crispy sauce shrimp in a bowl.
Easy General Tso Shrimp Stir Fry. Photo credit: xoxobella.

General Tso shrimp is an easy Chinese shrimp dish which you can rustle up in less than 30 minutes. It offers sweet, tangy and savoury flavours, along with a hint of spice.
Get the Recipe: Easy General Tso Shrimp Stir Fry

Honey Garlic BBQ Smoked Pulled Chicken

A pulled chicken sandwich with coleslaw on a plate.
Honey Garlic BBQ Smoked Pulled Chicken. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This honey garlic BBQ smoked pulled chicken recipe is perfect for outdoor cooking and features a garlicky pickle brine, sweet mustard, chili, garlic/onion rub, and a honey garlic sauce. Smoked to perfection, it’s a must-try dish!
Get the Recipe: Honey Garlic BBQ Smoked Pulled Chicken

Swedish Meatballs

Swedish meatballs that are served in a casserole dish.
Copycat Ikea Swedish Meatballs. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Try making these delicious copycat Ikea Swedish meatballs at home and enjoy the same great taste as the ones you find in the store.
Get the Recipe: Swedish Meatballs

Beef Yaki Udon Noodle Stir Fry

Beef yaki noodle stir fry in a bowl.
Beef Yaki Udon Noodle Stir Fry. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Grab some steaks and Asian seasonings, along with some fresh vegetables, and you can rustle up authentic beef yaki udon in less than 30 minutes. It’s an easy udon recipe which is sweet, aromatic and utterly delicious.
Get the Recipe: Beef Yaki Udon Noodle Stir Fry

One Pot Cheesy Taco Pasta

On pot taco mac and cheese in pot.
One Pot Cheesy Taco Pasta. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This easy taco pasta is wonderful for dinner and it’s one of the best skill pasta dinner ideas I’ve found. Beef, onion and garlic are dominating flavours in this creamy taco pasta with macaroni noodles.
Get the Recipe: One Pot Cheesy Taco Pasta

Cheesy Baja Chicken & Bell Pepper Skillet

A chicken dish in a green cast iron skillet.
Cheesy Baja Chicken & Bell Pepper Skillet. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This cheesy Baja chicken and bell pepper skillet is packed with south-of-the-border flavors. With juicy chicken, fresh veggies, and a blend of Mexican seasonings, all topped with melted Pepper Jack cheese, this chicken cheesesteak dish will indeed become a new family favorite!
Get the Recipe: Cheesy Baja Chicken & Bell Pepper Skillet

Easy Chicken Madras Curry

Chicken madras curry in a Dutch oven.
Easy Chicken Madras Curry. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

An easy-to-prepare chicken madras curry is the perfect comfort food for cold weather, thanks to its warming and spicy Indian flavors. This authentic dish combines tender chicken with aromatic spices, making it a quick and easy dinner recipe that’s sure to become a household favorite.
Get the Recipe: Easy Chicken Madras Curry

Italian Frittata Recipe

A vegetable frittata cooked in a cast iron skillet.
Italian Frittata Recipe. Photo credit: xoxoBella

Straightforward to make and a treat to eat, this Italian vegetable frittata recipe is definitely a winning recipe. It’s simple to prepare, and you can mix and match the fillings depending on what you have in the refrigerator. It’s the perfect way to use up any vegetables or cooked meats you need to use up.
Get the Recipe: Italian Frittata Recipe

Roasted Cauliflower Carbonara

A dutch oven with a cauliflower pasta dish in it.
Roasted Cauliflower Carbonara. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This delicious Italian recipe is ideal for any pasta lover, combining roasted cauliflower florets with a creamy sauce that includes bacon, pancetta, and parmesan cheese. It comes out of the oven perfectly golden brown and caramelized and is sure to impress.
Get the Recipe: Roasted Cauliflower Carbonara

Hot Italian Sliders

Sliders with deli meats and cheeses on a platter.
Hot Italian Sliders. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Looking for a game day appetizer, simple funeral sandwiches or backyard picnic party ideas? If so, these easy baked Italian sliders might be ideal. The mini Italian sandwiches boast meats and cheeses, a zesty mayo and sweet Hawaiian rolls.
Get the Recipe: Hot Italian Sliders

Spicy Gochujang Chicken Stir Fry

Spicy gochujang chicken stir fry served on lettuce leaves.
Spicy Gochujang Chicken Stir Fry. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Gochujang chicken is sweet, spicy and very savoury. It’s a typical Korean inspired stir fry which looks so appetizing served in butter lettuce leaves with rice and Korean garnishes.
Get the Recipe: Spicy Gochujang Chicken Stir Fry

Chicken Pot Pie Soup

Chicken pot pie soup with a heart shaped  biscuit on top.

A hearty meal is a must-have to keep you satisfied and warm all year round. This deliciously creamy chicken pot pie soup with a heart-shaped biscuit topping is one of the best comfort food recipes you shouldn’t miss.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Pot Pie Soup

One Pot Taco Macaroni and Cheese

One pot taco mac and cheese in a pot.
One Pot Taco Macaroni and Cheese. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

If you’re in the mood for a hearty and flavorful meal, look no further than this recipe for taco macaroni and cheese. Combining the best of both worlds with Mexican and Italian flavors, this one-pot dish is perfect for satisfying your comfort food cravings in the cooler months.
Get the Recipe: One Pot Taco Macaroni and Cheese

Instant Pot Buttery Lemon Chicken Pasta

Lemon chicken pasta in a white bowl.
Instant Pot Buttery Lemon Chicken Pasta. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This flavourful Instant Pot buttery lemon chicken pasta is well worth making. It’s a dish including pasta with zucchini and squash as well as chicken. The taste is both light and hearty and there are many ways to tweak the recipe, adding your own personal touches.
Get the Recipe: Instant Pot Buttery Lemon Chicken Pasta

Beef Stewed with Mushrooms, Red Wine and Bacon

Boeuf bourguignon in a bowl with mash potatos.
Beef Stewed with Mushrooms, Red Wine and Bacon. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Boeuf bourguignon is one of the best French recipes with beef. This flavourful beef recipe combines the meat with red wine and herbs for an exquisite dish. This dish is sometimes called beef burgundy, because the traditional wine used is from France’s Burgundy region.
Get the Recipe: Beef Stewed with Mushrooms, Red Wine and Bacon

Roasted Tomato and Meatball Polenta

A bowl with polenta in it with meatballs on top.
Roasted Tomato and Meatball Polenta. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Meatballs and polenta with garlic roasted tomatoes is a simple-to-make, hearty meal. Easy comforting weeknight meals like this are perfect for the colder months when you crave something tasty and satisfying.
Get the Recipe: Roasted Tomato and Meatball Polenta

Beef and Potato Bake

Overhead view of bowls of a beef and potato dish.
Beef and Potato Bake. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This beef and potato bake is an easy, one pot meal that is filling and delicious, making it a great option for a busy weeknight dinner. With a layered potato topping, it’s a convenient dish that won’t create a lot of dirty dishes and is sure to be a crowd-pleaser.
Get the Recipe: Beef and Potato Bake

One Pot Chicken and Rice

Close up view of a baked chicken and rice dish.
One Pot Chicken and Rice. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

For a quick and easy weeknight dinner, consider this baked chicken and rice casserole with Brussels sprouts and bacon, a hearty and filling one pot meal that’s sure to please the whole family. Perfect for cooler months, this tasty recipe is a great way to use simple ingredients.
Get the Recipe: One Pot Chicken and Rice

Chicken Alfredo Crepes

Chicken alfredo crepes in a casserole dish.
Chicken Alfredo Crepes. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Wondering what Italian crespelle are? They are delicious Italian crepes with alfredo sauce, perfect for making a savory, unique, and flavorful chicken alfredo crepe that is easy to make. Try this leftover chicken recipe, and you’ll discover a new favorite way to enjoy Italian cuisine.
Get the Recipe: Chicken Alfredo Crepes

Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Kale Skillet

A cast iron skillet with a turkey, kale and sweet potato dish.
Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Kale Skillet. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Turkey is paired with sweet potatoes, garlic, shallot, lime, cheese, and more, for this super-simple turkey skillet dinner. You only need one pan to make it, which makes it perfect for busy nights.
Get the Recipe: Ground Turkey Sweet Potato Kale Skillet

Lemonade Chicken

Lemonade chicken breasts on a platter.
Lemonade Chicken. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This Slow Cooker Lemonade Chicken is a simple and delicious crockpot meal with a tangy sweet and sour sauce made from lemonade concentrate and lemon zest. It’s easy to make and can be cooked on high or low to be ready whenever needed.
Get the Recipe: Lemonade Chicken

Cheeseburger Hot Pockets

Cheeseburger hot pockets with fries in a basket.
Cheeseburger Hot Pockets . Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Cheeseburger hot pockets make fabulous comfort food! These cheeseburger hand pies with French fry topping aren’t hard to make, and they boast so much flavor plus a charming homemade look.
Get the Recipe: Cheeseburger Hot Pockets

Pot Roast with Red Wine

A bowl of pot roast with red wine.
Pot Roast with Red Wine. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This slow cooker pot roast with red wine is a simple and delicious meal that is perfect for preparing in the morning and letting cook all day. When you return, the mouth-watering aroma that fills your home is just a bonus!
Get the Recipe: Pot Roast with Red Wine

Italian Penne Rosa Pasta

Overhead view of penne pasta with a rosa sauce in a pan.
Italian Penne Rosa Pasta. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

If you’re looking for a quick and easy weeknight dinner, try making this one-pot Penne Rosa Pasta with a creamy tomato sauce. This comforting and filling Italian dish is both tasty and satisfying, and perfect for those who love a little spice in their meal.
Grab the Recipe: Italian Penne Rosa Pasta

Mushroom Ragu

Pasta with a mushroom ragu in a Dutch oven.
Mushroom Ragu. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Elevate your pasta game with this delicious and flavorful mushroom ragu vegan pasta sauce, made with garlic, wine, herbs, and a variety of fresh vegetables. This homemade spaghetti sauce is perfect for vegans or anyone who loves a hearty and healthy meal, and is sure to become your new favorite meatless ragu recipe.
Grab the Recipe: Mushroom Ragu

Sweet Potato Gnocchi

Gnocchi made from sweet potatoes served from a cast iron skillet.
Sweet Potato Gnocchi. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Transform traditional Italian comfort food with this recipe for homemade sweet potato gnocchi with roasted garlic sauce. The perfect vegetarian main course or flavorful side dish, this dish is easy to make with just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of patience.
Grab the Recipe: Sweet Potato Gnocchi

Fried Chicken Sandwich Recipe

A homemade friend chicken sandwich with fries.
Fried Chicken Sandwich Recipe. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This Fried Chicken Sandwich recipe is a deliciously satisfying upgrade from the fast food version, with a perfectly seasoned, golden brown coating and mouthwatering toppings. It’s a finger-licking deliciousness will elevate your sandwich game to the next level!
Get the Recipe: Fried Chicken Sandwich Recipe

Beef Braciole

Beef braciole in a bowl.
Beef Braciole. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This savory dish, featuring a stuffed and rolled steak smothered in tomato sauce, is a timeless classic that pairs perfectly with pasta, mashed potatoes, or a side of vegetables, making it the perfect centerpiece for a Sunday family dinner.
Get the Recipe: Beef Braciole

Fiesta Chicken Pasta Casserole

A casserole serving on a white plate.
Fiesta Chicken Pasta Casserole. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This fiesta chicken pasta casserole bake features a delicious blend of chicken, corn, black beans, and Mexican-inspired seasonings. Whether you’re using a rotisserie or leftover chicken, this southwest-style casserole will surely become a family favorite!
Get the Recipe: Fiesta Chicken Pasta Casserole

Pesto Fettuccini with Bolognese Sauce

A large servicing bowl of pasta and sauce.
Pesto Fettuccini with Bolognese Sauce. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Indulge in a delicious homemade Italian pasta dinner with pesto fettuccini and Bolognese sauce, bursting with fresh veggies in every bite. This hearty dish, featuring a homemade beef Bolognese meat sauce and fettuccine pasta, will satisfy your cravings for a flavorful Italian meal.
Get the Recipe: Pesto Fettuccini with Bolognese Sauce

BBQ Smoked Meatloaf with Glaze

Overhead view of a meatloaf on a cutting board.
BBQ Smoked Meatloaf. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Try this BBQ smoked meatloaf recipe on your pellet grill or Traeger, and you won’t regret it! With a garlicky tomato meatloaf glaze, this rich and meaty recipe is one of the best smoker ground beef recipes.
Get the Recipe: BBQ Smoked Meatloaf with Glaze

Lasagna Soup

Lasagna soup in a white bowl.
Lasagna Soup. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This slow cooker lasagna soup recipe is the best you’ll try. Despite the number of ingredients, it’s easy to make and tastes amazing – perfect for a hearty Italian dinner.
Get the Recipe: Slow Cooker Lasagna Soup

Loaded Poutine

Canadian poutine on a plate.
Poutine – Smothered Fries. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Indulge in Canada’s most beloved dish, the delicious poutine, perfect for satisfying any comfort food cravings. Smothered with cheese curds, bacon, and gravy, this tasty dish is a must-try for fry lovers.
Get the Recipe: Loaded Poutine

One Pan Chili Mac and Cheese

A bowl of chili mac n cheese.
One Pan Chili Mac and Cheese. Photo credit: Sugar and Soul.

This chili mac n cheese is the perfect meal when you crave cheesy comfort with a little spice. This easy dish also reheats well if you are lucky enough to have leftovers for lunch the following day.
Get the Recipe: One Pan Chili Mac and Cheese

Bella Bucchiotti

Bella Bucchiotti is a Canadian-based syndicated food, travel, and lifestyle writer, photographer, and creator at xoxoBella. She founded xoxoBella in 2015, where she shares her love for food, dogs, sustainability, fitness, crafts, outdoor adventures, travel, and philanthropy to encourage others to run the extra mile, try new recipes, visit unfamiliar places, and stand for a cause. Bella creates stress-free and family-friendly recipes for weeknight dinners and festive feasts.

 

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