Food has made a big comeback recently. It’s not that we haven’t always loved food, but people are genuinely re-waking their senses to the pleasure of good, pure, high-quality food. For far too long, most of us have either been avoiding food all together in an attempt to stay as skinny as possible or shoveling processed crap. Even food that was passing for grommet was often fluff – pretty, but pretty tasteless.
What changed? People are slowing down, paying attention, and savoring their food. Instead of quantity, we’re opting for quality. Instead of pathetic attempts at the exotic, we’re going local. Instead of powdered chemical quick fixes, we’re craving slow, handcrafted, and organic.
What does this have to do with entertaining? Your guests have more discerning and sophisticated palates. The good news is, discerning and sophisticated doesn’t necessarily mean more work or more difficulty for you. Fancy won’t impress nearly as much as simple, wholesome, and elegant.
Here are some ideas to inspire your fabulous fall dinner party menu, sure to please your foodie friends. All of these recipes are simple, comfort food that warms the heart. Mix it up and enjoy!
Click on the picture below for the recipes. Thanks to all of the wonderful bloggers for their ideas.
Delicious Baked Acorn Squash
Soft and buttery with warm maple syrup and Kosher salt, this dish is just a few simple ingredients that translate into comfort on a spoon.
Pumpkin Mac & Cheese
Need I say more than this? pumpkin mac and cheese. Seriously? Who doesnt’ love pumpkin and who doesn’t love cheesy goodness? Enough said. And check out this adorable serving idea.
Simple Roasted Root Vegetables
In the fall, root vegetables are a staple for their heartiness and simplicity. Roasting brings out the flavor, adds a slight crunch, and caramelizes nicely.
Roasted Lamb in Coffee Sauce
Lamb is easier to do than you might expect. It’s excellent with mint sauce, but this dish brings an unexpected touch of warmth with a savory coffee sauce.
Taste of Fall Salad
We think of cool crisp salads in the spring and summer time, but toss in ingredients reminiscent of a fall harvest – pear and pecans, for example – and, presto, you’ve got a tasty fall salad course.
Homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte
Admit it. You can’t wait to get your Venti Pumpkin Spice Latte with whip at Starbucks this year. Serve your guests this homemade version and you will get smiles all around.
Baked Apple Delights
Apple picking has long been a fall tradition. And while you could always make a harvest pie or cobbler, this recipe makes the sweet fruit itself the star. Apples filled with chopped pecans and brown sugar, then topped with homemade whipped cream. Mmm… yummy.
Serve wholesome food that centers on the natural flavor, and your guests will rave over your fall foodie dinner party. What is your favorite food to serve in the fall?
