Autumn Chiller

Toast the arrival of fall with this tasty nonalcoholic drink. (By Aida Mollenkamp and Amy Wisniewski)

Autumn Squash Ravioli with Sage Brown Butter Sauce

This comforting pasta is the essence of fall. (By Traci Des Jardins)

(By Ron Silver and Jen Bervin)

(By Paula Wolfert)

Short Ribs with Frisée-Parsley Salad

Rich, tender ribs complemented by a fresh, slightly bitter salad. (By Adapted from Traci Des Jardins)

Apple-Stuffed Pork Chops with Cider Sauce

Apples star in the stuffing for this satisfying autumnal dish. (By Regan Burns)

Cheating with frozen puff pastry ... no one will know! (By Sharron Wood)

Yogurt Trifle with Pomegranate, Pear, and Dates

An ordinary breakfast parfait is made exotic with dried and fresh fruit. (By Kate Ramos)

Spicy Squash Tacos

Veggie tacos never tasted so good. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Autumn Apple Martini (By grandpoobah )

Browned Butternut Squash Couscous

Whole-wheat couscous with cumin, scallions, and almonds. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Basic Baked Sweet Potato

Baked sweet potatoes give russets a run for their money as a weeknight side to pork. (By CHOW Food Team)

Poached Chicken and Pomegranate Orzo

A weeknight chicken dinner takes an unexpected turn with pomegranate seeds and maple syrup. (By Amy Wisniewski)

Basic Roasted Acorn Squash

A simple, fast preparation with delicious results. (By CHOW Food Team)

Duxelles (Mushroom Paste)

The French classic made easy. (By Amy Wisniewski)