Serve your guests an equally delicious and impressive meal.
The South seems to breathe a collective sigh of relief when fall rolls around.
There’s a welcome reprieve from steamy summer days, the onset of football season (Go team!
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), and the delicious aromas of hearty,comforting foodpouring out of the oven.
And thanks to store-bought piecrust, it couldn’t come together quicker.
Sprinkle with chives to add color and flavor.
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Top generously with a maple syrup glaze and chopped pecans for a beautiful presentation to guests.
Roast the red vegetables separately if you don’t want to discolor the dish.
Add a swirl of whipped cream and a sprinkle of pumpkin spice before serving.
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Plus, the rich sauce sounds impressive, making it the perfect dinner party dish to wow guests.
This gooey macaroni and cheese is guaranteed to be a hitamong the adults too!
Make your very own filling with ourSlow-Cooker Apple Butterrecipe or buy a jar from your favorite farmstand.
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It’s the perfect early fall libation.
Brown butter and sage bring an extra richness to the dish.
This thin crust pizza is topped with caramelized onions, sweet figs, arugula, and crumbled goat cheese.
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Start with refrigerated or bakery pizza dough to save yourself some time.
Serve with roasted ormashed potatoesfor an extra rich and cozy meal.
A sliced loaf of hearty bread would hit the spot too.
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The vegetables can be roasted ahead of time and refrigerated until you are ready to assemble.
Harvest Salad can be served warm or at room temperature, depending on the weather.
The hardest part is slicing the apples if that tells you anything.
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Once the cake has cooled a bit, sprinkle with powder sugar to serve.
This raw salad uses shaved Brussels sprouts, chopped apples, Parmesan cheese, and toasted pecans.
Toss with fresh lemon vinaigrette and allow the salad to stand for five minutes before serving.
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And the butter-fried herbs are not to be overlooked.
And these are no ordinary grits.
To round out the dinner-party-worthy dish, serve with crispy chicken thighs.
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Roast with snap peas and bell peppers on a sheet pan.
Serve over rice and drizzle with more of the sauce.
A cup of canned pumpkin adds fall flavor and a touch of sweetness to an otherwise traditional turkey chili.
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Serve this cozy meal with cornbread or chips, cheese, and sour cream.
For an extra Southern flair, we use bourbon to finish it off.
Chicken-Mushroom-Sage Casserole
This filling supper will have your guests asking for seconds.
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It combines all the good flavors and textureschicken, garlic, sage, rice, parsley, and Parmesan.
Help your guests take the chill off with a Hot Toddy.
Grandma says they’re medicinal, after all.
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When it’s time to serve, top the medallions with a rich mushroom sauce.
Aperol-Bourbon Fizz
You’ll only need 4 ingredients to serve up this effervescent fall cocktail.
Even non-bourbon lovers are sure to enjoy this one!
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