Searching for a cozy fall meal that won't break your budget? We have just the one for you. While summer dishes are known for being a bit more refreshing when we think of fall, the first thing that comes to mind is comfort. The weather is a bit colder, and our minds (and bodies) are preparing for the coziness of winter. For an extra cozy treat that doesn't take much time or skill to make, try creating a filling rice dish. Full of good-for-you nutrients, whole grain rice is the perfect, healthy meal to enjoy this fall. Prepare it with your favorite spices and veggies or turn it into a delicious breakfast! The great thing about rice is that it can be combined with just about anything to create a mouthwatering dish.
Don't believe us? Check out this tasty Apple Cinnamon Walnut Brown Rice Farina. A sweet, whole grain breakfast can be thrown together in just under 15 minutes and is the perfect way to get children to eat their grains. In this dish, the sticky texture of the rice is coupled with apple, cinnamon and sweet maple syrup for a fall treat that everyone will be raving about.
Fall wouldn't be the same without a hearty, homemade pasta dish to enjoy. And what's better than a giant plate of alfredo? Fettuccine alfredo is one of the most famous Italian meals there is. When making traditional alfredo, fresh fettuccine noodles are tossed with butter and parmesan cheese. The cheese then melts, creating a creamy and delicious pasta sauce. While this may sound and taste delicious, fettuccine alfredo is not the most vegan-friendly dish around. To make a dish that everyone can enjoy, we called in the Bob's Red Mill pasta experts to see how we could take the classic flavors of this dish and make it into a vegan pasta recipe.
The result? This creamy and oh-so-satisfying Vegan Fettuccine Alfredo. It embodies all of the traditional flavors, without the dairy! This mouthwatering pasta is made with cashews, coconut milk, nutritional yeast and aromatics to create a flavorful fall dinner that will fill your plates and your stomachs this season.
Feeling French this fall? Make this Fine Herbs Quiche! This recipe is the definition of "simple perfection." It is rich, flavorful and made with wholesome ingredients that perfectly complement one another. Enjoy this quiche on its own, or serve it alongside soup or salad for a full meal.
Not all fall recipes have to be incredibly filling, nor do they have to be warm! Some of our favorite fall dishes use seasonal greens and veggies to create a mouthwatering and healthy plate. With colder weather creeping in, it's easy to want to turn to comfort food for every meal. However, as important as it is to fuel your body, it's just as essential to make sure you are fueling it with the right foods.
For a light and seasonal dish to serve up this fall, make this Market Greens Millet. Filled with in-season fruits and veggies, this plate features a delicious mixture of butternut squash, arugula, kale, spinach, pomegranate seeds and fresh basil. A simple and quick dish to make, serve it up as a light dinner, or make it a fantastic side for your holiday table.
Craving comfort food, but want it vegan? Try out this simple Mac and Cheeze recipe. With a taste similar to traditional Mac and cheese, this recipe swaps the dairy for nutritional yeast. Vegan, gluten free and oh-so-tasty, it's a meal that both children and adults will enjoy!
And there you have it! Ten cheap and easy recipes that are sure to get you excited about fall. These recipes are sure to leave an impression on anyone who tries them, from skillet pizza to creamy vegan fettuccine Alfredo. Have a fall-inspired recipe you'd like to share? Let us know the foods you use to celebrate fall in the comments below. From everyone at Bob's Red Mill, have a healthy and happy day.
