Yum! When we think of healthy fall recipes, chili is one of the first things that comes to mind. It's hearty, it's delicious and it's perfect for brisk fall nights. One of the things we love about chili is that it is incredibly versatile. When making your chili, you can choose what ingredients to include and which to leave out. This is especially helpful if you have a picky eater (or two) in the household. Making chili with ingredients you know your family will love is a sure-fire way to get them excited about dinner time. Serve you chili alone, paired with a crisp side salad, or alongside a freshly-baked cornbread.
To help you create the most delicious chili possible, we've gathered a few of our favorite recipes.
Arguably one of the most loved dishes around, homemade burgers is the ideal dinner to throw together for multiple eaters. Because burger ingredients are quite literally stacked on top of each other, it makes for a dish that you can easily adjust to your taste preference. If your guests feel like adding extra lettuce, onion or tomato to their burger, they can easily add it on after the fact. Burgers are also the ideal plate if you prefer serving your family "buffet" style. To do so, cook up a few burger patties and lay the buns, toppings and condiments out for everyone to add on themselves. Not only does this relieve you from some work, but it also ensures they'll end up with a burger they love.
Want to make something cheap that's also incredibly filling? Use grains! Including more grain-based dishes into your weekly menu is an excellent way to serve up nutrient-rich homemade meals that taste incredible. From quinoa to farro, there is a wide variety of grains that you can use to make your meals.
One of the things that make grains so affordable is that you can purchase them in bulk. Many stores offer bulk bins full of grains perfect for your dinner dishes. Additionally, because these grains are sold in larger quantities and require less packaging, they're often less expensive. The next time you head to your local grocery store, check out the bulk food section, and explore your grain options.
You'll want to choose your grain based on your family's likes and dislikes. Is your family a fan of more sticky, nutty-flavored grains? If so, then we'd choose a thicker grain like bulgur or farro. Conversely, if you're searching for a more light and airy grain, quinoa is undoubtedly the one for you. No matter what grain you choose, several savory and sweet recipes can be created. Here are a couple of our favorites.
With winter weather just around the corner, you may be searching for more heated recipes that you can use to warm up the dinner table. Soup is a long time loved fall dish that makes for the perfect cheap dinner idea. And like chili, soup is entirely customizable. Add in your favorite ingredients and toppings until you create a soup dish that's fit for your family.
Soup is also the perfect meal to prep beforehand. Because soup freezes exceptionally well, it can be prepped days in advance and placed into the freezer until you're ready to eat. Whip up a large batch of soup, serve half to your family, and freeze the other half to make later in the week. Planning your meals out in advance will not only save you time, but it will also save you loads of money.
Searching for a great soup recipe? Take a look at our favorites below.
