Cozy meat and poultry dishes aren’t the only foods perfect for slow cookers. How about desserts, soups, and vegetarian fare too? The possibilities are endless!

Baking your own bread isn’t as hard as you think, and there are many different kinds of healthy recipes to experiment with. Keep the croissants and baguettes to the pros (those can get a bit complicated). Here are some simple and delicious recipes to try.

Nutritionist-approved tips and tricks for staying healthy this autumn and beyond.

In the mood for fall flavors without a lot of fuss? Try this menu fit that's easy enough for a weeknight meal, but impressive enough for company. Each recipe contains 5 ingredients or less! (Olive oil, salt and pepper don't count.)

Work smooth and spicy pumpkin puree into your favorite baked goods, from classic pumpkin pie to savory pumpkin biscuits.

This cassoulet, based off a traditional sausage-and-bean stew from France, features my beloved butternut squash. The squash provides the hearty meal loads of nutrients: beta-carotene, vitamin A, vitamin C, potassium and fiber to name a few. Along with the beans, the chicken sausage packs a protein (and flavor) punch without going overboard on fat.

Although apples are often synonymous with flaky, warm pies, try making a savory apple recipe instead.

Spinach recipes make a power-packed meal rich in iron and vitamins A and C with these crisp, dark-green leaves. Get Food Network's recipes.