Get down with the delicious bounty fall has to offer. We don't mess around—there are veg chips, savoury soups and a genius sheet pan. Make these recipes.
Absolutely not too good to be true: something this delicious CAN be ready in just 35 little minutes. The kale gets crispy, the sausage juicy and, well, squash is always a good time. Sheet pan dinners are the best. Get the recipe: Sheet Pan Sausage, Squash and Kale
Get cozy with some healthy carbs. You can dress up your sweet potato however you like, but we’re fans of crunchy bacon, sour cream and a drizzle of maple syrup. Get the recipe: Maple-Bacon Sweet Potatoes
Photo: Roberto CarusoSomething magical happens to broccoli in the oven: The florets get crispy, the stems tender—and there are definitely some natural sugars showing off. Get the recipe: Zesty Roasted Broccoli
Photo: Roberto CarusoA bowl of thick, hearty soup is what fall is all about. Carrots are mild and sweet and play nice with sweet syrup and tangy Dijon. Garnish with a sour cream swirl. Get the recipe: Maple Carrot Soup
Photo: Erik PutzRoasted caulifower is hard to resist. Especially when smoothered in melty cheese. Get the recipe: Roasted Cauliflower and Spinach Quesadilla
Parsnips (carrot’s mild little cousin) are naturally sweet, and Brussels sprouts go down surprisingly easy when coated with maple syrup. Get the recipe: Maple-Roasted Parsnips and Brussels Sprouts
Photo: Roberto CarusoRaw onions can be a little aggressive, but sauteed with a little butter or oil and you’ve got a sweet new friend. Try it in classic carbonara. Get the recipe: Caramelized Onion Pasta Carbonara
Photo: Erik PutzBehold Maple Pumpkin Butter—your kid’s new favourite toast topping. Canned pumpkin has your back. Get the recipe: Maple-Pumpkin Butter
Photo: Roberto CarusoDon’t fear the fennel. Introduce your kids to the subtle licorice-scented veg by tucking it into this hearty soup. It also has mild white fish, tomato broth and is a good spot to dunk your crackers. Get the recipe: Easy Fish Stew with Tomatoes and Fennel
The gang’s all here. Fall faves arugula and butternut squash hang out with quinoa and a tahini dressing. Don’t skip this salad. Get the recipe: Sautéed Squash and Quinoa Salad
Want your kids to munch veggies like it ain’t no thang? Crisp them up. Zucchini becomes a truly irresistible chip. Sorry, we couldn’t hear you over all that crunching. Get the recipes: Zucchini Chips
OK, so artichokes don’t technically bring the fall vibes, but canned ones just feel right in this quick and easy pasta. Get the recipe: Pasta with Tuna, Tomatoes and Artichoke
Candy sweet beets pair perfectly with apples—another fall gem that shouldn't be restricted to pies—and creamy goat cheese in this lightly dressed plate of greens. Get the recipe: Roasted Beet and Apple Salad
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Amy is a freelance writer and editor based in Toronto, Ontario. Her work can also be found in publications like Chatelaine, Toronto Life and The Globe and Mail.