Autumn has just begun, but there are days when I have to walk to class in the strong sunlight. I’m into fall recipes, and despite the unseasonable weather, I believe it’s an acceptable time to share some of the best cozy, comforting, and classic fall recipes. Fall is the perfect time for hearty soups, savory or sweet flaky galettes, and fall fruit desserts, as temperatures quickly begin to drop. Enjoy recipes using fall ingredients available at the Dane County Farmers Market.
autumn soup
When you think of fall foods, pumpkin is one of the first foods that comes to mind. From spaghetti squash to winter squash to butternut squash, there are countless fall recipes that feature pumpkin, not to mention its many health benefits.
Of course, next to classic chicken noodle soup, one of the most popular fall soups is butternut squash soup. Can you blend roasted pumpkin to a smooth consistency, combine it with earthy herbs, and perhaps add something over a slice of stiff sourdough for dipping? I’m afraid not. This is your cue to buy butternut squash from the farmer’s market and start cooking, along with seasonal herbs like rosemary and sage. This highly rated butternut squash soup recipe from Love & Lemons hasn’t disappointed over 1,500 reviewers yet, so there’s a good chance you’ll love it too.
If you’re not a huge fan of squash, try Gimme Some Oven’s Fall Wild Rice Soup recipe, which is a more unique take on the classic chicken noodle style soup. Ingredients include carrots, celery, potatoes, and kale, which will definitely help you get your veggie boost for the day. I happened upon a gorgeous bunch of kale at the market that I was begging to use for this recipe. I’m sure you can go to the farmer’s market and buy additional vegetables not included in this recipe and they will taste just as good. Get creative!
galette
In my opinion, galettes are one of the best vessels to showcase your favorite fruit. Think of it as an open-face pie with the flakiest crust. In the fall, savory and sweet galettes create delicious flavors.
When it comes to fall fruit combinations, the first thing that comes to mind is apples. I found a wide variety of apples at the farmers market. From the popular Honeycrisp apples to Cortland apples, this apple galette recipe from Sally’s Baking Addiction leaves it up to the baker to choose the variety of apples used. A simple homemade dough is topped with a filling reminiscent of apple pie. The optional salted caramel topping begs to make this a year-round recipe.
If you’re looking for a delicious galette recipe, I’m here to help. A flavorful fall galette makes the perfect appetizer. You can do just that with this fall vegetable and ricotta galette recipe. I’ve been watching the last of summer’s tomato harvests at the farmers market, and I’m sure the combination with the copious amounts of ricotta and Parmesan featured in this recipe will be amazing.
autumn fruit dessert
If there’s one thing we all need, it’s a sweet treat to complement a delicious, warm fall meal. In addition to fall’s signature fruit-filled pies and banana bread, there are plenty of creative dessert options. Personally, I have to say that apple cider takes cake as the most versatile ingredient for fall desserts. This Apple Cider Blondie recipe by Lily P Crumbs that I found on Instagram Reels is the next recipe on my baking list. Easy to bring to gatherings or keep for yourself. When choosing apples to make your apple galette recipe, be sure to buy a bottle or two of apple cider from the same stand.
If you don’t like apples or want to try something different, may I recommend Sally’s Baking Addiction’s Ginger Pear Galette? Same batter as the apple galette, but filled with juicy pears and crystalline ginger. Masu. Of course, you have the option of topping it with vanilla ice cream, but I’ve never heard of anyone not topping their dessert with vanilla ice cream.
Naturally, as a dessert lover myself, I couldn’t pass up this pumpkin tiramisu recipe courtesy of my childhood favorite chef, Ree Drummond. A classic tiramisu with mascarpone cheese filling, pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie espresso syrup. Will this ever get me close to perfection? If you’ve noticed sugar pumpkins at the farmers market and want to try your hand at making your own pumpkin puree, be my guest! The remaining ingredients for this pumpkin tiramisu may be available on the market.
These are just a few of the endless fall-inspired recipes out there. We hope you find something new and delicious to add to your cooking and baking rotation.
