Comfort food season is here: Shop slow cookers, Dutch ovens and more fall cooking staples

Comfort food season is here. From hearty soups and slow-cooked roasts to homemade bread and freshly baked pies, the right kitchen tools can make fall cooking easier and more enjoyable. We rounded up the cooking essentials worth buying now, including a Le Creuset Dutch oven, Crock-Pot slow cooker and other versatile picks for cozy meals at home.

Original price: $499.95

A Dutch oven is a fall kitchen essential, and this Le Creuset model is built to last. The 7.25-quart enameled cast-iron pot distributes and retains heat for soups, chili, roasts and even sourdough bread. The lid helps circulate steam and retain moisture, while compatibility with all cooktops and oven-safe construction up to 500 degrees Fahrenheit add versatility. This Lodge model is another popular choice.

Original price: $499.99

From mixing cookie dough to kneading bread and shredding chicken, the KitchenAid stand mixer handles a wide range of recipes. The mixer has 10 speeds and a tilt-head design, and comes with a wire whip, dough hook, flat beater, pouring shield and stainless-steel bowl. Additional attachments, including a pasta roller and ice cream maker, are sold separately.

Let this Crock-Pot slow cooker handle dinner while you focus on curating the perfect fall mood. Its 7-quart capacity is ideal for soups, stews and tender roasts, while the locking lid helps prevent spills during transport.

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