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Vegetarian-Friendly Recipes For Fall 

By: Ava Folcarelli

As a picky eater who also practices vegetarianism, finding foods appealing to my palate that are also “meatless” can be extremely difficult. However, as a full-time student in my 20s, I have learned the importance of fueling my brain and body healthily. With this, I have come up with five low-cost, simple recipes to try this fall. 

#1-Potato Soup 

  • Difficulty: ⭐
  • Cost: $

Nothing screams “fall” more than a bowl of warm potato soup. This vegetarian-friendly recipe is one of my go-tos as the weather becomes crisp and cool. 

For this recipe, you will need:

  1. Russet potatoes 
  2. Cheese (optional)
  3. Milk
  4. Butter
  5. Green onion
  6. Red pepper flakes (optional)

#2-Ghost Shaped Pizza

  • Cost: $
  • Difficulty: <⭐

To kick start this spooky season, nothing is more fitting than a homemade pizza in the shape of a ghost. Fully customizable, this recipe gives free range when it comes to adjusting the ingredients according to your palate. But in case you get stuck, here are some ideas:

Needed Ingredients:

  1. Pizza dough (store-bought or homemade)
  2. Pizza sauce (store-bought or homemade)
  3. Cheese (recommended: mozzarella)

Optional Toppings:

  1. Chopped bell peppers
  2. Onion 
  3. Red pepper flakes 
  4. Mushrooms
  5. Olives 
  6. Arugala

#3-“Taco” Dip

  • Difficulty: ⭐
  • Cost: $$

The perfect “snack” from study groups to game day. Ready in minutes, this dip is not only easy to make but a healthy, low-cost staple for the fall. 

Needed Ingredients:

  1. Taco seasoning 
  2. Cream cheese
  3. Sour cream
  4. (serve with chips)

Optional Toppings:

  1. Lettuce 
  2. Olives
  3. Cheese
  4. Hot sauce
  5. Peppers
  6. Onions

#4-Grilled Cheese

  • Difficulty: <⭐️
  • Cost: <$

This five-minute recipe takes little to no effort and is a personal staple for me. Here is a helpful tip: if you like your bread extra crunchy, try toasting it before adding it to the pan.

Needed Ingredients:

  • Bread (rye bread is recommended)
  • Cheese (your choice)
  • Butter or cooking spray (optional)

#5-Pumpkin Muffins (healthy alternative)

  • Cost: $
  • Difficulty: ⭐️

Contrary to popular belief, these boxed muffins are the perfect healthy dessert for fall. With four grams of protein and less than seven grams of sugar, these muffins will healthily satisfy your sweet tooth cravings: low effort, low cost, and the perfect sweet treat.

Needed Ingredients:

  • Simple Mills Pumpkin Muffins

Optional: 

  • Frosting 

Ava Folcarelli is a Junior at Holy Family University, majoring in English. Her studies primarily focus on critical analysis and mastering the practice of editing. She plans to graduate in the spring of 2027.

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