<img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/30/2021/09/Creamy-pumpkin-pasta-35ad888.jpg?quality=90&resize=620,413" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/30/2021/09/Creamy-pumpkin-pasta-35ad888.jpg?quality=90&resize=720,479 720w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/30/2021/09/Creamy-pumpkin-pasta-35ad888.jpg?quality=90&resize=576,383 576w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/30/2021/09/Creamy-pumpkin-pasta-35ad888.jpg?quality=90&resize=360,239 360w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/30/2021/09/Creamy-pumpkin-pasta-35ad888.jpg?quality=90&resize=180,119 180w, " sizes="(max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px" width="620" height="413" class="wp-image-725282 alignnone size-landscape_thumbnail" alt="Creamy pumpkin pasta in two bowls" title="Creamy pumpkin pasta" /> <p>Looking for autumn family dinner ideas? As the leaves start to turn and there’s a chill in the air, why not treat the family to our heartiest meals this autumn? The all-important butternut squash features in our favourites, as does slow-cooked meat in rich sauces, one-pot chilli, traybakes, creamy risotto and filling soups.</p>
<p>With work or school commitments, family dinners can be tricky to navigate, so we’ve listed flexible dinners that require varying degrees of effort. Packed full of nutrients, autumn dinners ought to be both warming and filling, made to suit individual tastes.</p>
<p>We have collections for <a href="/recipes/collection/autumn-vegetarian-recipes">autumn vegetarian recipes</a>, and <a href="/recipes/collection/autumn-vegan-recipes">vegan</a>, too, including some delicious <a href="/recipes/collection/dairy-free-dessert-recipes">dairy-free desserts</a>. Our <a href="/recipes/collection/autumn-recipes">autumn recipes</a> are regularly updated with seasonal dishes, as well as our spiced <a href="/recipes/collection/autumn-cake-recipes">autumn cakes</a> and warming <a href="/recipes/collection/autumn-dessert-recipes">desserts</a>. For beverage accompaniments to your meals, dive into our warming <a href="/recipes/collection/autumn-drinks-recipes">autumn drinks</a> and <a href="/recipes/collection/autumn-mocktail-recipes">mocktails</a>. Get your pantry well-stocked for the season with our top <a href="/howto/guide/autumn-storecupboard-essentials">autumn storecupboard essentials</a>.</p>
<h2>Our favourite autumn family dinners</h2>
<h3>1. <a href="/recipes/butternut-squash-sage-risotto" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Butternut squash & sage risotto</a></h3>
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<p>A vegetarian classic, this seasonal risotto is full of comforting, autumnal flavours. It’s super easy to make, and ready in under an hour – perfect for a family meal during the week. Check out more <a href="/recipes/collection/butternut-squash-recipes">butternut squash recipes</a> for hearty curries, soups and pies.</p>
<h3>2. <a href="/recipes/aubergine-chickpea-stew" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Aubergine & chickpea stew</a></h3>
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<img data-crop-width="4131" data-crop-height="2752" class="wp-image-730386 align size-landscape_thumbnail image-handler__image image-handler__image–aspect no-wrap js-lazyload" srcset="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==" data-src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/30/2021/10/Aubergine-and-chick-pea-stew-a4850b9.jpg?quality=90&crop=686px%2C0px%2C4131px%2C2752px&resize=620%2C413" width="620" height="413" alt="Aubergine and chickpea stew" title="Aubergine and chickpea stew">
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<p>An easy, plan-ahead recipe, this <a href="/recipes/aubergine-chickpea-stew">aubergine & chickpea stew</a> is a vegan classic guaranteed to satisfy. Warm up some flatbreads, sprinkle over some pine nuts and you’re good to go. Find more cold-weather-classics with our <a href="/recipes/collection/vegan-stew-recipes">vegan stew recipes</a>, or try our <a href="/recipes/collection/vegetable-stew-recipes">vegetable</a> or <a href="/recipes/collection/beef-stew-recipes">beef stews</a>.</p>
<h3>3. <a href="/recipes/creamy-pumpkin-pasta">Creamy pumpkin pasta</a></h3>
<p><a href="/recipes/creamy-pumpkin-pasta"><div class="image-handler__container image-handler__container–full" style="padding-bottom: calc(100% * (640 / 961));">
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<source media="(min-width: 590px)" data-srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/30/2020/06/Creamy-pumpkin-pasta-d52ae3a.jpg?quality=90&crop=160px%2C0px%2C961px%2C640px&resize=556%2C370" type="image/jpeg">
<img data-crop-width="961" data-crop-height="640" class="wp-image-731931 align size-landscape_thumbnail image-handler__image image-handler__image–full no-wrap js-lazyload" srcset="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==" data-src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/30/2020/06/Creamy-pumpkin-pasta-d52ae3a.jpg?quality=90&crop=160px%2C0px%2C961px%2C640px&resize=620%2C413" width="620" height="413" alt="Bowl of pumpkin pasta topped with parmesan" title="Creamy pumpkin pasta">
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<p>Blend puréed pumpkin with mascarpone and parmesan to make a creamy sauce to coat rigatoni. It’s the perfect autumnal family dinner for cosy weeknights. Try more <a href="/howto/guide/top-20-pumpkin-recipes">pumpkin recipes</a>.</p>
<h3>4. <a href="/recipes/lamb-chickpea-soup" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Lamb & chickpea soup</a></h3>
<p><a href="/recipes/lamb-chickpea-soup" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><div class="image-handler__container image-handler__container–aspect" style="padding-bottom: calc(100% / 1.501210653753);">
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<img data-crop-width="4116" data-crop-height="2742" class="wp-image-730388 align size-landscape_thumbnail image-handler__image image-handler__image–aspect no-wrap js-lazyload" srcset="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==" data-src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/30/2021/10/Lamb-and-chickpea-soup-5f12528.jpg?quality=90&crop=684px%2C0px%2C4116px%2C2742px&resize=620%2C413" width="620" height="413" alt="Lamb and chickpea soup" title="Lamb and chickpea soup">
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<p>Packed with your five-a-day, this <a href="/recipes/lamb-chickpea-soup">lamb & chickpea soup</a> is full of hearty veg, pulses and succulent lamb – making second helpings irrestible. The recipe is easily doubled, great for a big family dinner or batch cooking. Try more sensational <a href="/recipes/collection/soup-recipes">soup recipes</a>, as well as our best <a href="/recipes/collection/hearty-soup-recipes">hearty soups</a> for colder months. To truly embrace autumn, try out one (or more) of our silky <a href="/recipes/collection/pumpkin-soup-recipes">pumpkin soups</a>.</p>
<h3>5. <a href="/recipes/spinach-sweet-potato-lentil-dhal" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Spinach, sweet potato and lentil dhal</a></h3>
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<p>This nutritious one-pot dhal is great for a balanced meal during the week. It’s full of iron and contains all of the good stuff for kids and adults alike. Our <a href="/recipes/collection/vegetarian-recipes">vegetarian recipe collection</a> is full of dinners like this, and our delicious <a href="/recipes/collection/dhal-recipes">dhal recipes</a> are a treasure trove of spiced, satisfying dishes.</p>
<h3>6. <a href="/recipes/slow-cooker-beef-stew" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Slow-cooker beef stew</a></h3>
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<p>This tender <a href="/recipes/slow-cooker-beef-stew">slow-cooker beef stew</a> is the definition of autumnal food. With loads of vegetables, herbs and spices, expect the family to be wowed by its rich flavours, best served atop a pile of buttery mash. Try more <a href="/recipes/collection/beef-stew-recipes">beef stew recipes</a>, or get a plant-based protein injection with our brilliant <a href="/recipes/collection/bean-stew-recipes">bean stews</a>.</p>
<h3>7. <a href="/recipes/smoky-sausage-squash-traybake">Smoky sausage & squash traybake</a></h3>
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<p>Smoked paprika, harissa and honey transform sausages and seasonal squash into a satisfying yet simple dinner, for which your oven does most of the heavy lifting. Try more of our <a href="/howto/guide/top-10-healthy-traybake-recipes">easy traybakes</a> to lighten the load on busy weeknights.</p>
<h3>8. <a href="/recipes/lamb-aubergine-halloumi-hotpot">Lamb, aubergine & halloumi hotpot</a></h3>
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<p>Lamb mince is slow-cooked with garlic, ginger and aromatic spices to make a dish that’s greater than the sum of its parts, complete with an impressive-looking aubergine and halloumi layered topping. To get ahead on weeknight dinners, this dish can be frozen for up to three months. Discover more of our time-saving <a href="/recipes/collection/freezable-family-recipes">freezable family recipes</a>.</p>
<h3>9. <a href="/recipes/veggie-sausage-casserole">Veggie sausage casserole</a></h3>
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<p>Make a comforting vegetarian one-pot with vegetarian sausages, carrots and butter beans, flavour-boosted with a drizzle of green pesto. Serve with crusty bread for dunking. Discover more <a href="/recipes/collection/vegetarian-one-pot-recipes">vegetarian one-pot recipes</a>.</p>
<h3>10. <a href="/recipes/baked-pork-apple-cheddar-meatballs">Baked pork, apple & cheddar meatballs</a></h3>
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<p>Who can resist a warming bowl of meatballs and rich tomato sauce, especially when the meatballs are oozing with molten extra-mature cheddar cheese? This dish makes a fun weekend dinner that little hands can get involved with, too – and the meatballs can even be made in advance and frozen, if needed. Discover more <a href="/recipes/collection/meatball-recipes">meatball recipes</a>.</p>
<h4>More dinner inspiration…</h4>
<p><a href="/recipes/autumn-vegetable-salad-saffron-dressing">Autumn vegetable salad with saffron dressing</a><br>
<a href="/recipes/squash-chickpea-coconut-curry">Squash, chickpea and coconut curry</a><br>
<a href="/recipes/chicken-pasta-bake">Chicken pasta bake</a><br>
<a href="/recipes/stuffed-pumpkin">Stuffed pumpkin</a><br>
<a href="/recipes/creamy-pumpkin-pasta">Creamy pumpkin pasta</a></p>
<p><strong>Tell us your favourite autumn family dinners in the comments below…</strong></p>