Tuck into these cozy fall dishes -

Autumn has descended along with the smell of damp boots on dried leaves, crisp apple crunches, pumpkin pie spices, and cozy turtlenecks.

In reality, this fall will probably look a lot like this summer—which also looked a lot like spring—as the pandemic stretches on. Fortunately, however, you can still introduce the new season in the way that matters most: through your tastebuds!

Click through to see some delicious meal ideas that incorporate the best and coziest of fall flavors.

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Turkey pumpkin chili -

The ultimate cool-weather comfort food gets even more warming with creamy pumpkin.

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Stuffed acorn squash -

You can go savory with seasoned ground beef, or sweet with pomegranates and pecans.

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Pumpkin ravioli -

Topped with warm butter, sage, and pecans, you can't go wrong with this one.

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Shepherd’s pie -

It's basic, hearty, and healthy!

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Beef goulash -

Originating in medieval Hungary, goulash is a soup of meat and vegetables usually seasoned with paprika and other warm, comforting spices.

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Pumpkin alfredo pasta -

You can use half as much cream and get twice as much flavor!

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Apple spiced pancakes -

There's no better way to enjoy a crisp fall morning than with some warm, cinnamon-spiced apple pancakes.

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Apple cider glazed chicken -

Imagine feasting on this hearty dish after a beautiful afternoon spent apple picking.

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Roasted butternut squash soup -

Don't skip the roasting part, as that's what gives it all that rich flavor. Top with some chili and cream to elevate this side dish to a main!

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Italian-style roasted squash -

Roasted squash seasoned with spicy chili, sage, and cinnamon, or paired with cooler herbs and cheese, is super fancy and very low-cost.

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Pumpkin bread with salted maple butter -

Warm pumpkin spice and sweet ginger in a moist loaf with a crunchy pumpkin seed topping and slathered in sweet and salty maple butter. Need a napkin for that drool?

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Sausage and butternut squash shells -

The saltiness of the sausage and sweetness of the butternut squash work wonderfully together.

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Balsamic roasted vegetables -

Roasted beetroot, carrots, sweet potato, pumpkin, and potato simply could not get any more comforting.

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Cheesy bacon butternut squash -

The sweet and salty combination is to die for.

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Bread bowl soup -

Broccoli cheddar, creamy mushroom, classic chicken—the soup options are endless!

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Roasted maple bacon brussel sprouts -

Get your greens in without sacrificing those warm autumnal flavors.

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Butternut squash risotto -

You can blend the squash and mix it in for extra creaminess, or leave it in small cubes, or both! Just be sure to season with thyme and Parmesan.

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Chicken, leek, and mushroom pie -

This is a great dish to use up leftover roast chicken, and they're simultaneously fresh and hearty.

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Apple crumble -

No one really needs to convince you that apple crumble is a fall staple, so just make it already!

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Bean bake -

You can go classic green bean or opt for a mix of seasonal veggies and heartier beans, but make sure you bake them with a herby breadcrumb topping.

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Fall salad -

Keep things light and healthy with a kale and butternut squash salad topped with red onions, blue cheese, and a hot dressing.

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Stuffed pumpkin -

When you fill it with wild rice, fennel, apple, pomegranate seeds, and pecans, then bake it all together, the flavors come together magnificently.

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Maple ginger roasted salmon -

Make use of that delectable maple-ginger combination by glazing salmon and enjoying the healthiest version of comfort food.

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Roasted carrots -

Cinnamon and chili powder seasoning elevates low-effort, oven-roasted carrots to restaurant status.

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Pumpkin soup with grilled cheese croutons -

Embrace your inner kid but with a Michelin-esque flare by making grilled cheese croutons a soup staple.

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Spaghetti squash bake -

This low-calorie spaghetti will reverse any seasonal depression that tries to make its way in.

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Crunchy ravioli -

The only way to make ravioli even better? Make it crunchy!

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Cream of mushroom soup -

Roast wild mushrooms on the side to put on top!

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Pumpkin spice muffins -

Muffins are such fall staples alone, but mixed with pumpkin and warm spices, then topped with a sweet maple pecan butter? Irresistible.

See also: Marvelous ways to use maple syrup

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