Easy
Fresh Blueberry Brioche
This not-too-sweet loaf would also make amazing French toast.
By Zoe Nathan, Josh Loeb, and Laurel Almerinda
Meyer Lemon Bars
Low-acid Meyer lemons make the citrus flavor of these bars especially vibrant.
By Sara Kate Gillingham and Faith Durand
Bacon-Cheddar Muffins
For perfectly browned tops, cook one pan at a time on the topmost oven rack.
By Zoe Nathan, Josh Loeb, and Laurel Almerinda
Roasted Acorn and Delicata Squash Salad
If using large mustard greens, remove the tough stems and tear leaves into bite-size pieces. Smaller leaves can be left whole.
By Amy Chaplin
Crunchy-Sweet Quinoa Couscous with Fresh Herbs
Herbaceous and packed with fiber and protein, this grain salad is a keeper.
By Alicia Silverstone
Candy Cane-Chocolate Cookies
These truffle-like cookies dipped in crushed candy are as fun to make as they are to eat.
Andouille Gougères
These sausage-studded cheese puffs are a Cajun take on a classic French appetizer.
By Tanya Holland and Jan Newberry
Raspberry Cream Cheese Brownies
Indulgent raspberry cream cheese makes homemade brownies even better.
By Joy Wilson
Melty Chocolate-Truffle Cookies
Slightly undercook these mouthwatering morsels for a molten effect.
By Joy Wilson
Chocolate-Chicory Sauce
This addictive sauce is also incredible with beignets or ice cream.
By Tanya Holland and Jan Newberry
Oysters with Brown SugarChipotle Butter
Even if you're not an oyster person, you'll love this buttery, broiled approach.
Spiced Sweet Potato Bundt Cake
Everyone loves a Bundt, and a sweet-potato version drizzled with coffee-chocolate sauce is hard to beat.
By Tanya Holland and Jan Newberry
Bourbon Balls
These taste even better a few days after they're made.
By Cynthia Rowley and Ilene Rosenzweig
Egg Wash
Feel free to substitute whole milk for the heavy cream.
By Zoe Nathan, Josh Loeb, and Laurel Almerinda
Bobby Burns
This clubby Scotch drink was created at the old Waldorf Astoria in New York City.
By Doug Quinn
Spiced Pumpkin Seeds
This zesty combination makes a lively snack or tasty addition to salads and grain dishes any time of year.
By Amy Chaplin