As the leaves turn vibrant shades of orange and the air becomes crisp, autumn beckons us to embrace its flavours and warmth. What better way to savour the season than by embarking on a motorhome rental adventure? With your cozy home on wheels and the bounty of autumn’s harvest at your fingertips, you can create delicious and comforting meals that capture the essence of fall. In this blog post, we’ll explore some delectable autumnal motorhome cooking-inspired recipes that are perfect for cooking in your motorhome’s kitchen.

1. Creamy Butternut Squash Soup

Ingredients:

  • 1 medium butternut squash, peeled and diced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 carrots, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream (or a dairy-free alternative)
  • 1 tsp ground cinnamon
  • Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions:

  • In a large pot, sauté the chopped onion and garlic until fragrant
  • Add the diced butternut squash and carrots, and cook for a few minutes
  • Pour in the vegetable broth, and bring the mixture to a boil
  • Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until the vegetables are tender
  • Use an immersion blender (or transfer to a blender) to puree the soup until smooth
  • Stir in the heavy cream and ground cinnamon
  • Season with salt and pepper, and serve hot.

squash soup

2. Rustic Chicken and Apple Skillet

Ingredients:

  • 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
  • 2 apples, thinly sliced
  • 1 onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup apple cider
  • 1/4 cup heavy cream (or a dairy-free alternative)
  • 1 tsp dried sage

    • Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions:

  • Season the chicken breasts with salt, pepper, and dried sage
  • In a large skillet, heat some oil over medium-high heat
  • Add the chicken breasts and cook until browned on both sides and cooked through
  • Remove the chicken from the skillet and set it aside
  • In the same skillet, add the sliced onion and apples. Sauté until softened
  • Pour in the apple cider and heavy cream. Stir until the sauce thickens
  • Return the chicken to the skillet and simmer for a few minutes
  • Serve the chicken and apple mixture hot.

3. Roasted Root Vegetable Medley

Ingredients:

  • A mix of autumn root vegetables (e.g., carrots, parsnips, sweet potatoes, and beets), peeled and chopped
  • Olive oil
  • Fresh rosemary or thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste.

Instructions:

  • Preheat your motorhome’s oven to 400°F (200°C)
  • In a large bowl, toss the chopped root vegetables with olive oil, fresh rosemary or thyme, salt, and pepper
  • Spread the vegetables in a single layer on a baking sheet
  • Roast in the oven for about 30-40 minutes or until the vegetables are tender and slightly caramelised
  • Serve the roasted root vegetables as a side dish.

4. Pumpkin Spice Pancakes

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 2 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 tsp ground cloves
  • 1/2 cup pumpkin puree
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tbsp melted butter
  • Maple syrup for drizzling.

Instructions:

  • In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and spices
  • In another bowl, whisk together the pumpkin puree, buttermilk, egg, and melted butter
  • Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined
  • Heat a griddle or skillet over medium-high heat and lightly grease it
  • Pour 1/4 cup portions of the pancake batter onto the griddle and cook until bubbles form on the surface
  • Flip the pancakes and cook until golden brown on both sides
  • Serve the pancakes with a drizzle of maple syrup.

pumpkin in a crate

5. Warm Apple Crisp

Ingredients:

  • 4 apples, peeled, cored, and sliced
  • 1/2 cup rolled oats
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup butter, softened
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • Vanilla ice cream (optional).

Instructions:

  • Preheat your motorhome’s oven to 350°F (175°C)
  • Place the sliced apples in a greased baking dish
  • In a mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, flour, brown sugar, softened butter, and ground cinnamon. Mix until crumbly
  • Sprinkle the oat mixture over the apples in the baking dish
  • Bake in the oven for about 30-35 minutes or until the topping is golden brown, and the apples are tender
  • Serve the warm apple crisp as is or with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

These delightful autumnal motorhome cooking recipes are not only easy to prepare in your motorhome kitchen but also capture the comforting flavours of the season. So, hit the road, embrace the crisp autumn air, and enjoy these savoury dishes that will warm your heart and your taste buds as you explore the beauty of autumn. Happy cooking!

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