Showcase apples in all their sweetness with this recipe that’s low in sugar. With its crunchy topping and delicious softened fruit, this classic crumble earns the top spot among fall sweets worth making again and again.

Cream of Cauliflower Soup and 3 Garnishes

This tomato pie is inpired by bakery cold pizzas that truly highlight tomatoes. For a strong tomato flavour, cover the crust with a spread made from roasted shallots, tomato paste, red wine and garlic for a true concentration of flavour. For the crust, make a simple shortcrust pastry in the food processor with plenty of Parmesan cheese. For the topping, use heirloom tomatoes (which have less water and are more flavourful), and bake to perfection. Be sure to salt the tomatoes beforehand to keep the water from soaking through the dough.

This hearty, generous vegetarian stew highlights legumes. In this flavourful dish, a variety of mushrooms, including shiitake, add an earthy depth. As a filling, bold flavours are concentrated with roasted peppers, black olives and goat cheese. It’s a versatile recipe that can easily be adapted with seasonal veggies.

When the tree leaves begin to turn yellow and orange, slow-simmered dishes come to mind. This budget-friendly recipe requires little effort, making it ideal for when hosting last-minute guests. Combine sausages with fennel, onions and carrots, and then slowly roast them in a broth. Since this dish gets better with time, you can prepare it in advance and reheat it at the last minute. Got leftovers? They make a great pizza and pasta topping, or a filling for a frittata.

Trust chicken’s versatility to make a quick and flavourful weeknight supper. Here, coat the vegetables and chickpeas in the same spice mix as the meat, then roast until tender and golden. The chicken thighs, seasoned and seared in the pan, remain juicy and tasty. Serve with crunchy cucumber, tzatziki, pita bread and a few marinated peppers for a boost of freshness and instant flavour.

This simple and comforting dish fits perfectly into a weeknight menu. Brown the eggplant in a skillet before adding it to a flavourful tomato sauce enhanced thanks to pancetta. Generously coat the pasta in the sauce, and then top each plate with a garnish of sautéed kale and grated fresh cheese.

To make this easy-to-cook pasta, use a pumpkin purée base with cream, chicken broth and Pecorino cheese to create a creamy sauce. Garnish the pasta with pancetta and roasted garlic, as well as a crispy pecan and sage breadcrumb topping.

One-pot recipes are always a hit on busy weeknights. Such is the case with this pork chop dish, where all the ingredients are cooked in the same pot. Begin by searing the meat and the wedges of squash, then prepare a fragrant sage sauce that’s enhanced with Parmesan cheese. It’s delicious when served with barley, quinoa or a green salad.

As long as there are vegetables at the market, take the opportunity to prepare this delicious soup that can be made in large batches and then frozen. In order to enhance the sweet flavour of the butternut squash and tomatoes, as well as allow the vegetables to caramelize well, roast them in the oven with shallots, garlic and thyme. Add cream for the right amount of richness, and you’ve got a steaming hot bowl of comfort.