These Chili Recipes Help Warm Chilly Evenings

All it takes is a homemade dinner of something warm and comforting to get you into that cozy fall feeling. Here are a few chili recipes that you’ll love to make on those chilly autumn evenings.

Pumpkin Chili [oliviascuisine.com]
While you’re likely used to seeing pumpkin in every cookie, coffee, and pie as soon as summer is over, this recipe for pumpkin chili will show you a new and exciting way to use everyone’s favorite fall gourd. It can be made on the stovetop or in the slow-cooker if you’re pressed for time, and it becomes even more festive if you serve it inside of a small, hollowed pumpkin.

Slow-Cooker Chocolate Chili With Three Beans [bhg.com]
If chocolate in chili seems too good to be true (and maybe a little bit strange), you’ll become a believer once you taste this unique recipe. Best of all, you can make it in the slow-cooker, so you’ll come home from a long day at work to a warm, home-cooked meal.

Slow-Cooker Turkey Chili [allrecipes.com]
A healthy turkey chili cuts down on fat and calories compared to the traditional beef version, and this one is also very easy to make. Just toss all of the legumes, veggies, and spices into the slow-cooker and you’ll have a hearty and nutritious meal in just over four hours.

4 Quick Appetizer Recipes for Your Next Get-Together

When guests pop over unexpectedly, it can be stressful to throw together a quick appetizer. These creative, simple recipes will give you some ideas for tasty appetizers in just a few minutes.

Hot Artichoke Dip [Kraft]
Artichoke dip is always a favorite, but most recipes are complicated and difficult to prepare. This one requires only four common ingredients and takes just 25 minutes to make.

Chickpea and Mint Crostini [Real Simple]
With absolutely no cooking involved, this flavorful topping is a fast and delicious snack to set out when friends stop by. Pair it with crunchy crackers or crispy bread.

Figs Stuffed with Gorgonzola and Walnuts [Oprah]
When you want an elegant appetizer that looks like it took hours to make, this is a great choice. The figs add a sweet flavor that contrasts the cheese, and it bakes into a gooey, perfectly browned treat.

Easy Goat Cheese Appetizer [Martha Stewart]
Using just a few common ingredients that you might already have in your refrigerator, this creamy goat cheese spread creates a decadent appetizer that your guests will love. Spread it on hot, crusty bread, and then store it back in the refrigerator for up to a week of additional servings.

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