If you want to whip up a spooky spread for Halloween, we have just the roundup of recipes the whole family will enjoy. There are festive appetizers to get the party started, mains packed with seasonal fall flavors and tons of tasty treats — without any tricks. Now all that's left to do is pick out costumes!
With Halloween falling on a Thursday this year, we're gearing up to celebrate the holiday all week long. And what better way to ring in spooky season than with a spread of festive recipes? Whether you're hosting a costume party or planning a horror movie marathon, these seasonal dishes are special enough for guests but cozy enough for dinner on the couch.
Tortilla soup is a slightly spicy Southwestern staple. It is one of a handful of soups that I associate with warmer weather — but not when there is pumpkin involved. Tortilla soup can be made in a few ways. Some prefer it brothy, with bite-sized bits of vegetables, tomatoes, chiles and corn tortillas. Others like to blend the soup into a creamy, sippable mixture that’s thickened by the starches in the tortillas. This recipe is more like the former but can easily be blended if you prefer a creamy soup.
This warm grain bowl is a healthy meal any time of year. It has a lot of the same ingredients you’d find in the grain bowls you might pick up for an office lunch, but with a unique touch — black forbidden rice. Not only does this ingredient add a little something spooky to this recipe, but it also has a ton of health benefits. Its antioxidant powers are on par with that of blueberries (one of the most antioxidant-rich ingredients in the world!) and it may also help protect against some forms of diabetes and cardiovascular disease, all while boosting your overall immunity.
This roasted chicken is a great comfort meal that will be on repeat throughout the fall and winter. The dish is layered with the warm spices in apple butter and complemented by the aromatic notes of garlic, shallot and bright lemon. To keep things simple, the entire meal is prepared in one pan, creating bold flavors. Serve the roasted chicken and flavorful pan sauce alongside creamy mashed potatoes or polenta for a complete meal.
