14 yummy fall harvest recipes

Take advantage of the abundance of fresh produce at this time of year and get a little veggie crazy. Parsnips are naturally sweet (and a great potato or carrot substitute), and Brussels sprouts go down surprisingly easy when coated with maple syrup. Get the recipe here: Maple-Roasted Parsnips and Brussels Sprouts

These sticky-sweet roasted pears are the perfect dessert for a chilly autumn evening or add them to a warm and comforting breakfast atop oatmeal or Greek yogurt. Get the recipe here: Roasted Vanilla Pears

This Cheater Pumpkin Pie is super easy to do with purée but if you want to enhance the flavour (and spend the extra time in the kitchen) try it with fresh pumpkins from the farmer's market. Get the recipe here: Cheater Pumpkin Pie

Baby can enjoy autumn's harvest as well with this homemade applesauce—just be sure not to add any sugar for your babe! Older siblings will love helping you make it. Get the recipe here: How to make homemade applesauce

Nothing says autumn like combining apples with squash and then eating it for breakfast. Get the recipe here: Spiced Apple Oatmeal in Squash Rings

The kids will love this yummy roasted cauliflower with tomato sauce. Bonus: it looks like brains and it's perfect for Halloween. 



Get the recipe here: Whole Roasted Cauliflower

The perfect harvest soup. This recipe combines butternut squash and coconut with a teeny bit of maple syrup. Yum! Get the recipe here: Roasted Squash and Coconut Soup

This crunchy and colourful salad makes use of two harvest classics: broccoli and cranberries. Serve it as a tasty side dish or a light meal. Get the recipe here: Broccoli and Cranberry Salad

Need to make use out of those tiny–but fresh–pumpkins you bought at the farmer's market? If so, this recipe is what you're looking for. It's hearty and perfect for a windy, autumn day. Get the recipe here: Turkey Pumpkin Chili

Kale is one of those fall harvests that just tastes better when it's cold out. Grab some the next time you go to the farmer's market to make this fresh pasta sauce. You can also add fresh edamame for a quick and easy protein boost. Get the recipe here: Kale Pesto

Move over, traditional mashed potatoes. Here comes a new family favourite! Omit the ginger if your little ones are nervous about spice. Get the recipe here: Sweet Potato Mash with Ginger

This recipe can't be beet! The kids will love this colourful twist on traditional latkes using beets and carrots. Get the recipe here: Beet and Carrot Latkes

Corn is one of the most popular vegetables harvested at this time of year. You can use leftover cooked (or uncooked) corn on the cob to make this soup. Get the recipe here: Corn Chowder with Chicken and Bacon

The perfect combination of sweet and crunch!  Serve this easy-to-prepare roasted beet and apple salad as a side, or even as a meal. Get the recipe here: Roasted Beet and Apple Salad

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