Green Izarra Sorbet (By Paula Wolfert)

A spicy and refreshing drink. (By Aliza Green)

Mixed Berry and Anise Pie

Berries are the main attraction here, while anise lurks in the background in the best possible way. (By Amy Wisniewski)

Cabbage and Carrot Herbed Slaw

No mayo, just tons of flavor. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

I Am Inviting Banana Cream Pie

Shows the sweet side of raw food. (By Terces Engelhart with Orchid)

Cured Salmon

Make your own cured salmon at home. (By Traci Des Jardins)

Chef Benwa’s Special Krispie Treats (By chef benwa )

Twilight Blood Lollipops (By lancmaltby )

Mushroom and Pancetta Soup

Shiitake mushrooms and pancetta give this light soup richness and depth. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Hazelnut-Anise Cookies

Crisp, buttery cookies with toasted hazelnuts and a hint of anise. (By Kate Ramos)

German Chocolate Cake

Layers of sweet chocolate cake with toasted coconut and nuts topped with light vanilla buttercream. (By Adela Jung)

Spicy Turkey Jerky

A combination of condiments and spice revives ho-hum turkey breast. (By Amy Wisniewski)

CHOW Pancetta

Why buy pancetta when making it yourself is so easy and fun? (By Regan Burns)

Sticky Peanut Cookie Bars

Peanuts, caramel, and chocolate layers on a shortbread-cookie base. (By Regan Burns)

Roasted Pistachio Ice Cream

Packed with nut flavor. (By Aida Mollenkamp)