Mornings are chilly, evenings are crisp and cool, and we're starting to pull out all of our scarves and sweaters. Perfect autumn weather is just around the corner, and we're pretty excited about it. This week, we’ve picked some apple-filled dishes to give fall a warm welcome. Here are 10 recipes we love this week, and we hope you will, too...

2. Try this seasonal chicken recipe for a healthy dinner that uses
just one pot. Add extra veggies to the pan for a well-balanced
skillet meal.

3. These fall-flavored treats are baked, not fried. They get their
unique taste from grated, drained apples in the batter. Once
cooled, dip them in cinnamon sugar or enjoy 'em plain.

4. Jazz up classic pan-roasted veggies (perfect for breakfast or dinner) with a few slices
of tart apple. The sweet-sour flavor will balance out the earthy potatoes,
mushrooms, carrots, and onions. Pro tip: add a fried egg on top for a knockout
breakfast.

5. This sandwich is definitely meant for special occasions. Layer bacon, brie and fontina
cheeses, apple slices, and lettuce on marble or whole-wheat bread. Cook in a panini
press or on the stovetop until cheese is melty and delicious.

6. Start the day off right with these perfectly spiced whole-wheat muffins. They're
perfect for an on-the-go breakfast or snack anytime.

7. Looking for a light, seasonal lunch? This spinach, beet, and apple salad with
pistachios definitely fits the bill. The dressing (made of apple cider vinegar, honey,
and dijon mustard) adds a delicious, sweet-spicy kick.

8. End any autumn meal with this relatively guilt-free seasonal dessert. Fill hollowed-
out apples with dried fruit, nuts, brown sugar, cinnamon, and a dash of rum.

9. We can quite easily imagine sipping this concoction on the front porch, watching the
leaves fall, while wearing a scratchy wool sweater.

10. This nicely spiced, nutty dessert uses quinoa, oat, and almond flours instead of
wheat and a fruit jam filling in place of butter and cream.

11. This bright, fresh-tasting side dish is perfect for any fall meal. Chop up a bunch of
green veggies (specifically green onions, green peppers, cucumber, celery, garlic, and
serrano pepper), a Granny Smith apple, and pistachios. A lemony yogurt dressing
adds extra zest.