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Bidding farewell to summer's warm weather and packed farmers' markets is tough, but autumn cooking makes up for it. With preservation methods like pickling, confit, and freezing, you can keep those bright summer flavors going strong into the sweater-weather season. Check out these 12 veggie-packed recipes that put frozen produce to work for cozy, year-round meals.
Add these 12 veggie-packed recipes to your fall meal rotation!
The Real Food Dietitians
One Pot Chicken Bacon Ranch Pasta
This easy, flavor-packed stovetop pasta comes together in a single pot using leftover bacon, chicken thighs, frozen peas, and a bottle of non-dairy ranch. (via The Real Food Dietitans)
Clean Cuisine
Ham and Split Pea Soup
Ham and peas are a classic flavor combination, and this rich, comforting recipe proves why. Keep it on high rotation as soup season gets into full swing! (via Clean Cuisine)
Culinary Hill
Chicken Pot Pie
Packed with tender chicken, crisp veggies, and a rich, velvety sauce inside a flaky, double-pie crust, this recipe delivers bakery-style comfort at home. Smart weeknight shortcuts—like using rotisserie chicken and frozen veggies—make it easy to whip up whenever you need a cozy, hearty dinner. (via Culinary Hill)
Feel Good Foodie
Cowboy Caviar
Frozen corn is the ultimate shortcut for this flavorful cowboy caviar. Packed with two types of beans, crisp bell pepper, spicy jalapeño, and red onion, it all gets tossed in a bright, zesty lime dressing. (via Feel Good Foodie)
Half Baked Harvest
Spinach and Brie Triangles
One bag of frozen spinach, Greek phyllo dough, herbs, garlic, and melty brie cheese is all it takes to serve up a buttery, flaky, and completely delicious appetizer or light dinner. Drizzle honey and sea salt for a final finish. (via Half Baked Harvest)
Tide and Thyme
Chicken Spinach Artichoke Pasta Bake
This satisfying baked pasta is a must-add for your fall recipe rotation. It brings together protein, wholesome veggies, and tender pasta for the ultimate cozy comfort-food supper. (via Tide and Thyme)
Foodal
Cape Malay Chicken Vegetable Curry
This curry is packed with a whole lotta heat and your favorite frozen veggies (seriously, the choice is yours), but the best part is that it can be made practically hands free in your slow cooker. (via Foodal)
Crockpot Gourmet
Crispy Garlic Onion Green Beans
Fewer than 10 minutes is all it takes to transform fancy, frozen green beans into a healthy, family-friendly side. (via Crockpot Gourmet)
Pinch of Yum
Veggie Fried Rice
Why order takeout when you can cook up an equally delicious batch of fried rice at home? Made with brown rice, it packs in a little extra wholesomeness than the usual white variety. (via Pinch of Yum)
Feel Good Foodie
Spanakopita
Baked in a casserole dish with a flaky phyllo crust, this easy spanakopita features a savory filling of frozen spinach, tangy feta, and onions. It’s a low-effort way to enjoy a classic comfort food favorite. (via Feel Good Foodie)
Averie Cooks
Creamy Corn and Red Pepper Blender Soup (Vegan)
Enjoy spooning up this five-minute, creamy-yet-creamless soup made with frozen corn. Serve it chilled or hot — whatever the weather outside deems best. (via Averie Cooks)
Gimme Some Oven
Easy Cheesy Breakfast Casserole
Cheese, eggs and sausage upgrade frozen hash browns to create a hearty dish to start the day off right. (via Gimme Some Oven)
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Additional reporting by Heather Sage
