Before October begins, let’s take a look atEatingWell’s most visited recipes from September.

Carrot Cake Overnight Oats

Carrot cake for breakfast?

This easy pasta bake is packed with spinach.

3 small mason jars filled with layered carrot cake overnight oats

Photo: Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Catherine Jessee, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle

Feel free to swap the spinach out for another green like kale if you have it on hand.

Just be sure to remove the tough stems and chop it into smaller pieces before cooking.

Prep and store this easy breakfast ahead of time to have on hand for busy work and school mornings.

a recipe photo of the Creamy Lemon Spinach Pasta Bake

Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food stylist: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop stylist: Shell Royster

Each square is bursting with fresh blueberries and infused with lemon zest.

Meanwhile, the residual heat of the pasta wilts the spinach in record time for a fast weeknight dinner.

Memorize the recipe, then use it as a jumping off point for your favorite avocado toast riffs.

a recipe photo of Apple Pie Inspired Overnight Oats

Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Skyler Myers, Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco

you might mix up the toppings toowe love Japanese furikake or everything bagel seasoning.

Sear the chicken thighs in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan and hindering browning.

To get an extra dose of veggies, pair it with sugar snap or snow peas.

a recipe photo of the Baked Lemon Blueberry Oatmeal Bars

Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Jennifer Wendorf

Blueberries tossed in store-bought lemon curd add sweetness and tang.

This easy cheesecake works well with any berry.

Bulgur, also called cracked wheat, is a quick-cooking whole grain.

Spaghetti & Spinach with Sun-Dried Tomato Cream Sauce (tk final title)

Photography / Kelsey Hansen, Styling / Greg Luna

These bowls would be excellent make-ahead lunches.

Pack the avocado mixture separately, adding a little water to thin it as needed.

Here, we use those milks to hydrate oats, creating a creamy, satisfying breakfast.

Avocado Toast Recipe on a white plate

Jamie Vespa MS, RD

A sprinkle of cinnamon adds a nice touch of spice, while sliced strawberries provide a pop of color.

Barley adds a chewiness to provide texture, while dried mushrooms lend an earthiness and depth.

Finishing with acidic lemon juice brightens the flavors.

a recipe photo of the Sweet-and-Sour Chicken Bowl

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Margaret Dickeyt, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless

Once you get the hang of making these, try switching up the veggies and cheese.

This easy recipe makes a big batch for lunch or dinner all week.

The yogurt also provides a boost of satisfying protein, making these muffins perfect for breakfast or snack time.

a recipe photo of the Lemon Blueberry Cheesecake Bars

Photographer: Carson Downing, Food stylist: Annie Probst, Prop Stylist: Joseph Wanek

If using frozen blueberries, there’s no need to thaw them beforehand.

They will add a purple hue to the batter, but it won’t affect the delicious end result.

It pairs well with roasted pork, chicken or steak.

Sautéed Mushrooms with Balsamic & Parmesan

Savoy cabbage or napa cabbage can stand in for the green cabbage.

Swap the green cabbage for purple cabbage and try white balsamic vinegar for a colorful twist.

If you like soup with a kick, opt for hot Italian sausage.

a recipe photo of the Lemon Blueberry Overnight Oats

Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Holly Dreesman

Cucumber Sandwich

This creamy, crunchy cucumber sandwich recipe strikes a lovely balance between decadent and light.

a recipe photo of the Kale and Chickpea Grain Bowl w Avocado Dressing

Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster

a recipe photo of the Tres Leches Inspired Overnight Oats

Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Julia Levy, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle

Slowcooker Bean Kale and Barley Soup in a ladle

PHOTOGRAPHER: JEN CAUSEY; FOOD STYLIST: AIL RAMEE; PROP STYLIST: CLAIRE SPOLLEN

a recipe photo of the Egg Bites With Roasted Red Pepper And Spinach

Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Styling: Jennifer Wendorf, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster

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a recipe photo of the High Protein Lemon Blueberry Muffins

Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle, Food Stylist: Julia Levy

a recipe photo of the Quick and Easy Balsamic Cabbage

Photographer: Brie Goldman, Food Stylist: Skyler Myers, Prop Stylist: Gabriel Greco

a recipe photo of the Sausage & Cheese Tortellini Soup

Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster

Cucumber Sandwich

Photographer / Antonis Achilleos, Prop Stylist / Kay Clarke, Food Stylist / Ruth Blackburn

multiple pumpkin spice energy balls on an orange surface

Photographer: Robby Lozano, Food Stylist: Catherine Jessee, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle