The weather has cooled off, leaves are starting to change and football is back: fall is here!

Even though the summer always feels too short, I really enjoy it when autumn starts to take over.

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Garlic-Herb Roast Pork Tenderloin with Parsnip Puree & Kale

Photo: Photography / Greg DuPree, Styling / Ali Ramee / Christine Keely

you might use precooked rice from the package or leftover brown rice if you have it.

If using leftover rice, you will need about 1 1/2 cups.

White Bean & Sun-Dried Tomato Gnocchi

Sun-dried tomatoes are the star of this recipeproviding texture and umami.

Butternut Squash & Black Bean Enchiladas

Greg DuPree

The green beans are cooked just slightly in this recipe, to still be crisp.

It’s a simple dinner the whole family will love.

If you have it, the Parmesan cheese rind adds nuttiness and gives the broth some body.

a recipe photo of the Stuffed Pepper Casserole

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle

If you avoid cheese made with rennet, look for vegetarian Parmesan cheese, which is made without it.

Hearty Chickpea & Spinach Stew

This satisfying stew comes together in a snap.

a recipe photo of the Fish Taco Bowls with Green Cabbage Slaw

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Margret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Christine Keely

White Bean & Sun-Dried Tomato Gnocchi

Jacob Fox

sheet pan of salmon and vegetables on blue background

Sweet Potato & Black Bean Chili

Photographer/Antonis Achilleos, Prop Stylist/Kay Clarke, Food Stylist/Emily Nabors Hall

Chicken & Spinach Skillet Pasta with Lemon & Parmesan

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One-Pot Lentil & Vegetable Soup with Parmesan

Antonis Achilleos

Massaged Kale Salad with Roasted Sweet Potato & Black Beans

Jacob Fox

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