Gluten-free muffins, pumpkin chili, apple crisp, and more…


Hi Reader,

October marks the first full month of fall, which is hands down my favorite season.

The weather has cooled off, the trees in Boise are GORGEOUS, and some of my favorite produce like butternut squash, pumpkin and parsnips are readily available.

And what better way to celebrate this time of year than with a brand new seasonal produce guide?

If you love fall as much as I do, you’re gonna love all the recipes that I have lined up for you this month. Enjoy!

October Seasonal Produce Guide


5 Recipes to Make in October

Pumpkin Oat Muffins

These gluten-free and dairy-free pumpkin oat muffins are extremely easy to make and come together in just one bowl.

They’re soft, fluffy, and packed with one of my favorite flavors…pumpkin spice!

Fall Harvest Salad

This fall harvest salad is the perfect way to enjoy the season!

It’s loaded with sweet and savory flavors like apples and butternut squash, and tossed in a sweet, tangy apple cider vinegar dressing.

Mashed Butternut Squash

This mashed butternut squash is a festive and easy side dish that will liven up any meal.

The texture is smooth and velvety, with the savory flavors of garlic and chives.

Pumpkin Chili

This pumpkin chili recipe features ground turkey, beans, and a velvety texture from pumpkin purée.

It’s a delicious fall dinner that’s great for meal prep and it’s freezer friendly!

Easy Apple Crisp

Nothing says fall like tender chunks of apple, warm cinnamon and a buttery oatmeal crumble!

This apple crisp recipe delivers all the flavors of fall and can be made completely in advance.


Explore All of My Fall Recipes


Which of these fall-inspired recipes are you most excited to try? I’d love to see what you’re cooking, Reader— snap a photo and tag me on Instagram @flavorthemoments. 📸

Happy cooking!

Marcie

PS. You can find all my Produce of the Month Guides on my website anytime by clicking HERE. Each one is filled with interesting facts, helpful tips, and a recipe roundup to inspire you to use the featured produce more often. Stay tuned for November’s Seasonal Produce Guide next month!


Flavor the Moments

Hi, I'm Marcie! I'm a culinary school graduate sharing easy, healthy recipes rich in seasonal, sustainable ingredients. You'll also find produce guides, cooking tips and techniques and both healthy and decadent desserts because life is about balance!

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