11 Easy Autumn Recipes To Make You Feel Cosy

Picture a cosy autumn day: it’s windy, cloudy, and at any moment the heavens could open up and soak the outside world in rain. Sounds like the perfect weather for warming soups, one-pots, and piping hot pies, right?

These recipes are best for when the leaves turn golden and the lure of cosy jumpers has you feeling especially ready for a hearty meal. Whether you’re planning a snuggly night in or need something impressive to bring to a bonfire night potluck, these easy autumn recipes have you covered.

1. Pork, Apple & Sage Potato-Topped Pie

Nothing says the weather is getting colder like the urge to hunker down with a hot pot of pie. This recipe pays homage to the classic pairing of pork and apple, lifted with an aromatic sprinkle of sage. Serve vibrant green vegetables on the side (or be a bit naughty with delicious oven chips) and enjoy!

2. Roasted Squash and Pecan Risotto With Crispy Sage

Butternut squash is an underrated autumnal hero, and it’s best when it’s in season – from September to early December. This creamy risotto combines squash with crispy sage, delicious Italian hard cheese, and a cheeky pinch of black pepper for added warmth.

3. One-Pot Chorizo & Yellow Pepper Conchiglie

Need something quick and easy to warm up this instant? Try this easy one-pot recipe, which has a delicious Mediterranean flavour that will have you thinking of summertime no matter how cloudy it is outside! Warming chorizo, sweet yellow pepper, and filling conchiglie pasta combine for the ultimate autumn one-pot dish.

4. Toffee British Apple, Pork & Cheddar Burger

This burger is un-apple-ogetically delicious, with juicy, cheddar-stuffed pork burgers topped with toffee apple and onion jam for the ultimate autumnal comfort food.

5. Comforting Sausage & Apple Hotpot With Roasted Broccoli

For warming one-pot goodness, it doesn’t get much better than this: sweet apples, zesty Henderson’s relish and crispy potato discs… and let’s not forget the juicy sausages, the star of the meal. Serve with a side of crispy broccoli for a pop of colour on your plate, or enjoy on its own as a filling treat when you’re feeling cosy.

6. Butternut Squash and Bacon Soup

Nothing says autumn like hearty soups – and when it comes to warming dishes, butternut squash once again reigns supreme in this creamy soup. Topped with crispy bacon and chilli-cheese croutons, and you have a soup-er delicious dish you can enjoy all season long – even into winter.

7. Butternut Squash and Goat Cheese Tart

If you’re craving something lighter than a one-pot or soup, this tart is just the dish. Sweet butternut squash combines with tangy goat cheese on a bed of flaky pastry for a crunchy treat. The side salad topped with candied pecans makes this dish perfect for those in-between days when you’re feeling the last gasp of summer in September.

8. Jamaican-Style Butternut Squash & Coconut Stew

This rich, creamy stew is the perfect plate to spice up your autumn. Blend warming flavours like coriander and curry powder with chilli before mixing in the creamed coconut and cooking with butternut squash for a dish that’s sure to warm you from the inside out.

9. Halloweeny Linguine With Pesto & Butternut Squash

There’s nothing tricky about this boo-ti-ful pasta dish, which is a treat from the homemade basil to the gooey mozzarella and al-dente linguini. It’s the perfect dish to whip up in 30 minutes before starting a Halloween movie marathon.

10. Indian-Style Beans With Fried Egg And Sweet Potato Wedges

For an Indian twist on a childhood classic, try this take on egg-and-beans. Crispy sweet potato wedges add a fibre-packed punch to the party, while flavour-packed coriander and filling cannellini beans make this the perfect dish to fuel you before or after a crisp autumn stroll. 

11. Easy Stove Top Rice Pudding

What better way to round off a cold day than with a warm bowl of rice pudding? This recipe is free from dairy and refined sugars, so vegans can enjoy it too. It’s also versatile, so you can enjoy it with crunchy apple slices, a sprinkle of cinnamon or nutmeg, or with a swirl of sweet jam. 

Dive into Autumn with Gousto

From seasonal veggies like squash and pumpkin to warming soups and one-pots, autumn is the perfect time to enjoy heartier dishes in the run-up to winter.

If you’re interested in eating well year-round, why not try Gousto? Our recipes are designed to save time and taste delicious, so you can spend fewer hours in the kitchen and more time enjoying the seasons. Take a look at this week’s menu to discover your new favourite autumn recipe.