Fall is here, which means the changing of leaves, cozy sweaters, and comfort food that warms your soul. When you live at our apartments near Austin Landing, you’ll love bundling up and cooking delicious meals in your upgraded, open, gallery-style kitchen; and we found some of the yummiest recipes that are sure to hit the spot this autumn season. Here are some of our favorite fall recipes at Austin Springs you’ll definitely want to try.
Delicious Chicken Pot Pie
Serves: 6-8 servings
Time: 1 hour and 45 minutes
Ingredients
- Flour
- Chicken broth
- Onion
- Potato
- Celery
- Carrot
- Chicken
- Pie crusts
- Seasoning
The Basics: Nothing screams “fall” quite like a chicken pot pie. This recipe only has 5 stars, and for good reason—it’s delicious! The preparation of this dish is pretty simple, and once you have it assembled, just pop it in the oven, and soon? Your home will smell like heaven, and you’re an hour away from enjoying some of the best comfort food you can imagine. Find the full recipe here.
Best Homemade Sloppy Joes
Serves: 6 servings
Time: 25 minutes
Ingredients
- Ground beef
- Ketchup
- Tomato paste
- Bell pepper
- Onion
- Brown sugar
- Seasoning
- Hamburger buns
The Basics: Many people opt for a canned sauce when they make sloppy joes, but why do that when a homemade sauce is so much better? This recipe takes less than half an hour to make, and if you have leftovers, you can use the saucy meat for so many other things. Put some over French fries, add some to a grilled cheese, or roll up in crescent dough and bake. So yummy! Find the full recipe here.
Baked Mac and Cheese
Serves: 6-8 servings
Time: 1 hour and 10 minutes
Ingredients
- Macaroni
- Butter
- Mozzarella cheese
- Gruyere cheese
- Panko breadcrumbs
- Milk
- Flour
- Seasoning
The Basics: Who doesn’t love macaroni and cheese? This childhood favorite meal is by far one of the best comfort foods to make when the weather is wet and chilly. And this particular recipe is one of the cheesiest and creamiest you can find. Plus, with the crunchy, buttery top, you’ll think you have died and gone to heaven. Find the full recipe here.
Mushroom Stroganoff
Serves: 4 servings
Time: 20 minutes
Ingredients
- Egg noodles
- Cremini mushrooms
- Chicken broth
- Sour cream
- Butter
- Flour
- Smoked paprika
- Seasoning
The Basics: Another recipe that takes less than 30 minutes? Yes, please! “It’s a classic that deserves a spot on your family dinner table. Smoked paprika adds depth to this meatless dish, while wide egg noodles take us back to our childhood. Not to mention, that creamy mushroom-studded sauce makes the hearty dish both savory and delicious,” says Southern Living. Find the full recipe here.
Classic Chicken Noodle Soup
Serves: 6 servings
Time: 30 minutes
Ingredients
- Boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- Chicken broth
- Egg noodles
- Onion
- Carrot
- Celery
- Seasoning
The Basics: Chicken noodle soup is basically the epitome of a fall meal. It’s so incredibly easy to make, and yet the satisfaction it brings is unparalleled. This from-scratch recipe is so simple, but the depth of flavor is out of this world. Comforting and classic—what more are you looking for in a cold-weather meal? Find the full recipe here.
Instant Pot Pot Roast Recipe
Serves: 8 servings
Time: 2 hours and 5 minutes
Ingredients
- Boneless beef chuck roast
- Beef broth
- Baby potatoes
- Carrots
- Onion
- Cornstarch
- Seasoning
The Basics: When it’s comfort food you’re craving, it really doesn’t get any better than a tender pot roast. This fall-apart tender, rich, and decadent Instant Pot recipe is the perfect family-friendly meal when the skies are gray, and the temperatures are chilly. Find the full recipe here.
You’ll absolutely enjoy cooking these mouthwatering fall meals for your friends and family this year. Stop by Austin Springs today to tour our gorgeous property and spacious, luxurious floor plans.