15 Cozy Recipes to Cook in October

1Spaghetti Squash and Meatballs cozy recipes to cook in october spaghetti squash and meatballs David Malosh

Want an easy way to cut carbs, get your veggies in, and still get a comforting meal? Stuff a spaghetti squash with sauce and meatballs! You don’t have to skimp on the cheese either.

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2Pumpkin Penne alla Vodka cozy recipes to cook in october pumpkin penne alla vodka David Malosh

Give your favorite rich pasta sauce an autumnal twist with pumpkin. Not only will it add flavor and vitamins, but it will make the sauce extra creamy, too.

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3Apple Cider-Glazed Salmon cozy recipes to cook in october apple cider glazed salmon David Malosh

Apples are so much more than a treat. It’s part of a perfectly balanced sweet and savory sauce that coats roast salmon and helps capture the cozy flavors of fall.

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4Sausage, White Bean, and Kale Soup cozy recipes to cook in october sausage white bean soup C.W. Newell

Make an extra big batch of this fall soup to enjoy all week long. It’s hearty, filling, and so very cozy. Best of all, it only takes 45 minutes to make, start to finish.

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5Pork, Apple, and Sage Meatballs cozy recipes to cook in october pork apple sage meatballs Ryan Liebe

The combination of ground pork, grated apples, and fresh sage make these meatballs feel special for the season, but they really are quite easy to make. Serve them over a bowl of mashed sweet potatoes.

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6Chili Mac and Cheese cozy recipes to cook in october chili mac and cheese C.W. Newell

While you’ll definitely find both mac and cheese and chili on this list, why choose? Make ’em both in a skillet and have dinner on the table in just a half hour.

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7Stuffed Acorn Squash cozy recipes to cook in october stuffed acorn squash Will Dickey

If you’ve never tried acorn squash before, now is the time! Stuff with sausage, mushrooms, rice, and cheese and serve either as a side or as a main course.

Get the Stuffed Acorn Squash recipe.

8Butternut Squash Mac and Cheese cozy recipes to cook in october butternut squash mac and cheese Ryan Dausch

Really, any mac and cheese will warm you up on a chilly day. But adding butternut squash gives it a seasonal twist. Plus, it adds a bunch of vitamins and minerals!

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9Hamburger Casserole cozy recipes to cook in october hamburger casserole Will Dickey

Can you really go wrong with beefy, cheesy comfort food? You can even assemble this a day ahead. Then all you have to do is add crispy onions when you’re ready to bake and eat.

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10Sheet Pan Pork Chops cozy recipes to cook in october sheet pan pork chops David Malosh

When you’ve got a busy October evening, sometimes throwing things on a sheet pan and popping them in the oven is the easiest idea. Pork chops, apples, and Brussels sprouts are the way to go!

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11Pumpkin Risotto cozy recipes to cook in october pumpkin risotto Caitlin Bensel

Go ahead, get fancy! Making risotto is easier than you might think and the results (thanks to the pumpkin, bacon, and sage) will knock your cozy socks right off.

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12Enchilada Stuffed Sweet Potatoes cozy recipes to cook in october stuffed sweet potatoes C.W. Newell

Sweet potatoes aren’t just sides! Stuff them with a blend of chicken, green chiles, a hint of jalapeño, and a velvety, tangy sauce for an unexpected and comforting dinner.

Get the Enchilada Stuffed Sweet Potatoes recipe.

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13Dutch Oven Roast Chicken cozy recipes to cook in october dutch oven roast chicken Caitlin Bensel

Making a whole chicken in a Dutch oven ensures a perfectly juicy chicken every time. Plus, it flavors the veggies as they cook alongside for a one-pot meal.

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14Slow Cooker Chili cozy recipes to cook in october slow cooker chili Will Dickey

Why stand over the stove waiting for your chili to simmer to perfection? Set it and forget it in your slow cooker and come back to dinner a few hours later.

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15Pumpkin Ravioli cozy recipes to cook in october pumpkin ravioli Hector Manuel Sanchez

Pumpkin-stuffed ravioli sautéed in browned butter and sage just screams fall! It actually comes together faster in this recipe because you use wonton wrappers instead of pasta dough.

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