25 Fall Recipes We Can't Wait To Cook Slideshow

Cool air, brightly colored leaves, autumn sunshine, warm soups, soft sweaters, cozy evenings, there is so much to love about fall. With the end of summer and the beginning of autumn in sight, it is time to get excited about new ingredients and the ability to actually cook inside without melting into a pool of sweat and exasperation.

Braising, stews, spiced baked loaves and deep earthy flavors are what fall is all about. From baking cobblers and rice pudding to lasagna and crispy Brussels sprouts, it's time to get excited about a new range of recipes.

Whether you prefer sweet or savory, vegetarian or not, we collected a delicious variety of recipes that will get you excited for fall food.

Bourbon-soaked brioche bread with cinnamon, dark brown sugar, vanilla, and nutmeg will make your home smell divine. You will be thankful for the cooler weather — an excellent excuse to make this rich and cozy dessert.

For the Bourbon Bread Pudding recipe, click here.

This salad is a crisp, fresh, and light salad similar to coleslaw. A French salad traditionally prepared in the autumn, it's a great dish to make on those milder fall days when you want something a little heartier but still refreshing.

For the Celery Root, Apple, and Walnut Salad recipe, click here.

A delicious maple mustard sauce is a quick and easy side dish to make for any fall dinner parties you throw. Ready in just 30 minutes, this is a nutritious side everyone will love.

For the Crispy Maple Brussels Sprouts recipe, click here.

With the weather cooling, it's finally safe to turn your oven on without turning your kitchen into an inferno. Celebrate the changing weather with this cheesy eggplant parmesan recipe.

For the Easy Baked Eggplant Parmesan recipe, click here.

Enjoy the flavors of fall in this cheesy, butternut squash-filled lasagna. A great vegetarian option that, with a creamy béchamel sauce, is just as indulgent and delicious as a traditional meat-filled lasagna.

For the Kripalu Kitchen's Butternut Squash Lasagna recipe, click here.

This take on the Milanese dish uses cubes of stewing beef in place of veal shanks but is no less satisfying than the traditional version. Fall weather is perfect for cooking things low and slow, and this dish is perfect for just that.

For the Slow-Cooker 'Osso Buco' Stew recipe, click here.

Nutrient-rich and easy to throw together, this hearty salad with a tasty maple dressing is perfect for fall.

For the Persimmon Wild Rice Salad and Maple Dressing recipe, click here.

This lovely savory bread pudding — loaded with eggs, scallions, and cheese — is an easy, filling dish that can prepared ahead of time. You can add any ingredients you like to make it even more delicious; think bacon, peppers, caramelized onions, and so much more!

For the Savory Bread Pudding With Goat Cheese recipe, click here.

Slow cooking is for days when you can really enjoy and savor the process of cooking. Get everything going and enjoy many mugs of tea or coffee, an afternoon walk among changing leaves and a warm dinner at the end of the day.

For the Slow Cooker Apple Cider Pulled Pork recipe, click here.

Who doesn't love the creamy, rich texture of rice pudding? This recipe, with brown rice, coconut milk and maple syrup is healthy enough for breakfast and satisfying enough to have for dessert.

For the Slow Cooker Coconut Rice Pudding recipe, click here.

Lasagna is a great meal to make for Sunday dinner. It's rich, comforting and absolutely delicious. Now that the weather is cooler, spending a large chunk of time in the kitchen is not such an unpleasant way to spend an afternoon.

For the Sunday Lasagna recipe, click here.

Shepherd's pie, whether vegetarian or not, is a delightful meal to have. Fluffy mashed potatoes atop a rich filling leave little else to be desired upon the plate.

For the Vegetarian Mushroom Shepherd's Pie recipe, click here.