Scorpio season (October 22 to November 21) is finally upon us, so we thought we’d channel our favorite sign’s vibes into our dinner plans all season long. One thing is for sure about Scorpios: They’ll always keep you guessing. So if you’re in a rut (dinner or otherwise), just ring up your nearest Scorpio friend; they’ll know how to keep things interesting, even if they’re a bit mysterious in the process. And don’t we love a bit of mystery? We kinda do, especially in the fall. No matter if you believe in astrology and the zodiac signs or just want to eat well this fall, we think you’ll be fully on board with these meals that have plenty of spice (like our kung pao chicken meatballs), surprise (our BBQ chicken sloppy Joes), and complexity (a very deluxe French onion pot roast). Whatever you choose, be sure to chase it down with one of these cocktails based on all the astrological signs!
BBQ Chicken Sloppy Joes
We found a way to upgrade a boring sloppy Joe into a surprising weeknight winner with just the right combination of fresh and pre-made ingredients. The filling starts with an aromatic base of onions, bell peppers, jalapenos, and garlic, which get cooked with ground chicken, making this a little bit lighter than the ground beef-based OG.
Get the BBQ Chicken Sloppy Joes recipe.

PHOTO: BRYAN GARDNER; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE
Kung Pao Chicken Meatballs
Looking to spice up your chicken dinner routine, literally? Look no further. These meatballs get a kick from a kung pao sauce that really packs the heat. We like to serve them with rice to help temper the spice, but these would also make a great app to serve with toothpicks.
Get the Kung Pao Chicken Meatballs recipe.

PHOTO: LUCY SCHAEFFER
Chili Crisp Fried Tofu
Chili crisp is the MVP in the flavor bomb pantry, and it’s back to prove it again with this chili crisp fried tofu. Featuring a vibrant spicy-sweet sauce made with just four pantry ingredients, this crispy fried tofu is waiting to make your weeknight dinner a little more exciting.
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PHOTO: JULIA GARTLAND; FOOD STYLING: SAM SENEVIRATNE
French Onion Pot Roast
This French onion pot roast is the perfect cross between slow-roasted chuck and classic cheesy French onion soup. The onion-seasoned beef is nestled in a bed of cooked onions, red wine, fresh thyme, and beef broth, then braised until ridiculously tender, shredded, and topped with nutty, salty Gruyère.
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PHOTO: RYAN LIEBE; FOOD STYLING: SAM SENEVIRATNE
Dirty Martini Steak Frites
Don’t let the frozen fries fool you—this is a meal for grown-ups. In it, steak frites get fused with a dirty gin martini to create a combo that will leave you feeling like your most sophisticated self. Whip this 45-minute marvel up for date night or your next dinner party, and watch the compliments roll in.
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PHOTO: ROCKY LUTEN; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE
Black Bean Sweet Potato Taco Skillet
Want taco night without the multiple pans and (semi-?) controlled chaos of a build-your-own dinner? Make this taco skillet. Saucy, spiced sweet potatoes and black beans are tossed with crushed potato chips and topped with melty cheese for a simple one-pan meal that will be your new weeknight go-to.
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PHOTO: BRYAN GARDNER; FOOD STYLING: ADRIENNE ANDERSON
Carbonara Pizza
If you can’t get enough of Rome’s famous spaghetti carbonara, then we have a sneaking suspicion you’ll love this extra cheesy pizza version. With bacon, plenty of cheese, and an egg baked in the center of the pie, this pizza is salty, cheesy, and so satisfyingly messy, something a Scorpio could definitely get behind.
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PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: BARRETT WASHBURNE
One-Pot Pepperoncini Chicken & Rice
This easy one-pot dish comes together in under an hour and is good enough to be a complete meal. It feels a lot like the grown-up version of broccoli-cheese rice, and we want to make it every single night. The creamy rice gets a zappy hit from the vinegary peppers that lean more sweet than spicy.
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PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE
Tequila-Lime Chicken Thighs
We can’t think of a better reason to enjoy a margarita than with these tequila chicken thighs. With a sauce inspired by the classic cocktail (seriously!), you’ll also have the ingredients on hand to mix one up while you cook and dine on this easy-to-make weeknight dinner.
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PHOTO: JOSEPH DE LEO; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE
Spaghetti All’Assassina
This is like the OG one-pot pasta. The spaghetti is cooked in a spicy tomato broth in a style similar to risotto and charred in the pan as the broth gets absorbed. And when we say charred, we mean burnt. Trust us, the rich tomato, burned starch, and spicy mess of it all is absolutely delicious.
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PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI; FOOD STYLING BARRETT WASHBURNE
Creamy Pumpkin Tortellini Soup
In this velvety soup, heavy cream cuts the robust, earthy pumpkin, making it one of the most comforting soups for a chilly fall day. Load up on the garlic, cook the tomato paste to eliminate any rawness and release its sweet side, and get ready to thoroughly enjoy this pumpkin tortellini soup.
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PHOTO: LINDA PUGLIESE; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE
One-Pan Orange Chickpeas & Broccoli
Orange chicken sits high in the ranks of Chinese-American cuisine, but orange chickpeas and broccoli are coming to challenge its place. Glazed in the beloved sticky orange sauce and tossed with pan-seared broccoli, these chickpeas are bringing all the vibes of that classic dish in a faster, one-pan format.
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PHOTO: MURRAY HALL; FOOD STYLING: TAYLOR ANN SPENCER
Steak With Bourbon Garlic Cream Sauce
Seared until deeply browned, basted in garlicky butter, and served with a dreamy pan gravy, this 12-ounce steak is the perfect centerpiece for any special occasion dinner.
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PHOTO: DOAA ELKADY; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE
Carnitas Tamale Pie
Delish started something extra special by inverting the classic tamale pie to give it a cornbread crust instead of a cornbread topping. We did it for the chicken tamale pie, too, and we loved the idea so much that we kept the trend going with this Instant Pot carnitas version. It’s full of surprises, just like a Scorpio.
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PHOTO: RACHEL VANNI ; FOOD STYLING: BROOKE CAISON
Coq au Vin
Coq au vin (or rooster with wine) is a classic French dish that isn’t as complicated as it sounds, sort of like your favorite Scorpio. Chicken is braised in a silky wine sauce and finished off with butter for the perfect sauce.
Get the Coq au Vin recipe.

PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE
Mediterranean Stuffed Meatballs
While we couldn’t ever say that we have a favorite cheese, feta is definitely close to the top, especially when mysteriously tucked into these Mediterranean-inspired meatballs. If you love cheese-stuffed foods and you’re a feta fan too, these meatballs are for you.
Get the Mediterranean Stuffed Meatballs recipe.

PHOTO: ANDREW BUI; FOOD STYLING: MAKINZE GORE
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