11 reasons why Easy Food Autumn is going to be your ultimate kitchen companion

Whether we like it or not, summer is well and truly over. The leaves are starting to fall from the trees, orchards are overflowing with apples, and squash season is upon us once again. Best of all, you can cosy up and get comfortable with the Autumn issue of Easy Food Magazine. Read on to see what this issue has in store…

1] It celebrates Irish home cooks

In our regular Home-Cook Hero segment, you can meet Kate O’Driscoll from Kildare Town, who loves nothing more than family, cooking, craft beers and good Irish food!

2] There’s loads of cosy comfort food

Hearty, comforting dishes are just what we need on cool autumn evenings. Indulge in the likes of slow-cooked beef lasagne or a delicious veggie curry.

3] It will help you plan your weekly dinner line-up

Take the stress out of planning your meals with the help of our simple weekly menu planner. Quick, nutritious and tasty recipes that you can whip up in a pinch.

4] It’s brimming with brilliant biscuit bakes

You’ll be raiding the biscuit jar to create some sweet and stunning treats. From Biscoff-stuffed cookies to Jammy Dodger blondies, you’re in for a treat!

5] There’s top value tips

Fiona Graham of Tullamore College, Co. Offaly, teaches us how to embracing the art of low and slow, getting value for money when it comes to slow cooking.

6] It’s got great squash recipes

Pumpkins aren’t just for decorating this spooky season. Make sure to check out the cover recipe for the delectable mac and cheese stuffed squash recipe.

7] It’s loaded with top ideas for using leftovers

You’ll be able to transform leftover bread into exciting dinners with some great effortless recipes. With these fool-proof dishes you’ll never come across a stale loaf in the back of your cupboard again!

8] You can get your fill of Halloween treats

Keep the kids busy and entertained this October mid-term break with our yummy recipe for puffy pastry mummies, and create delicious toffee apples using our top tips.

9] It’s packed with quick and easy healthy recipes

If you’re pressed for time and need to get a healthy meal on the table, stat, then worry not! We’ve speedy dinners that will help you have a healthy dinner on the table in no time.

10] There’s a whole section about cooking with chillies

Fiery and flavoursome, chillies pack a punch when it comes to healthy cooking this autumn. Get ready to bring the heat!

11] You’ll get the chance to bid Caroline and Shannon farewell

In their final issue of Easy Food, former editor, Caroline, and our former resident baking queen, Shannon, share some of their all-time favourite recipes from years gone by.