Fall flavors in full force at Panera, Ruby Slipper and Smoothie King [Video]

Fall officially began on Sunday, and while pumpkin and apple debuted on menus back in August, we’re now seeing more seasonal flavors and preparations.  It’s soup weather at Panera, spicy season at Red Robin and Qdoba, and time for cozier food at many other chains. Take a look at what’s trending on menus this week. 

Two new soups join Panera Bread’s menu: Hearty Fireside Chili and Rustic Baked Potato Soup. The chili is packed with beef, kidney beans, fire-roasted tomatoes and green chili peppers, simmered in a chili-flavored broth, while the potato soup is creamy and cheesy with the classic flavors of baked potato, bacon and chives. The fast casual is also bringing back Autumn Squash Soup …