Autumn Chiller

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

Poached Pear and Blue Cheese Salad

Pears poached in a spiced red-wine vinaigrette lift this classic salad from standard to stellar. (By Amy Wisniewski)

Watercress Salad with Manchego, Membrillo, and Almonds

A simple salad combining the best of Spanish flavors. (By Jessica Battilana)

Log Cabin

Sip a bit of fall any time of year with this maple-flavored brandy drink. (By Amy Wisniewski)

Cranberry Relish

With pomegranate juice, apples, and raisins, this sauce is tasty on so much more than poultry. (By Max La Rivière-Hedrick and Aïda Mollenkamp)

Fennel and Walnut Cranberry Sauce

Adding anise-flavored fennel to cranberry sauce brings a new dimension to the classic. (By Kate Ramos)

Cranberry and Citrus Sauce

Tart and sweet all at once. (By Amy Wisniewski)

Braised Chicken and Chayote

A simple, flavorful dish. (By Kate Ramos)

Cranberry Simple Syrup

The perfect addition to tails or homemade club soda. (By Amy Wisniewski)

Duxelles (Mushroom Paste)

The French classic made easy. (By Amy Wisniewski)

Herb-Rubbed Roasted Turkey Breast

Slathered with herbs and spice, this turkey breast has a flavor akin to sausage. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Thyme-Infused Cardoon Gratin

A cousin to the artichoke, the cardoon is lesser known but just as flavorful. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Ricotta Salata–Stuffed Figs with Port Reduction

A beautiful, addictive appetizer. (By Aida Mollenkamp and Amy Wisniewski)

Grape and Grappa Focaccia (Schiacciata con l'uva)

Musty, fruity, and sweet, this Tuscan focaccia is among the tastiest ways to use up the bounty of fall's harvest. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Pumpkin Cupcakes with Buttermilk Icing

A few bites of fall anytime you please. (By Adapted from Brigid Callinan)