Spiced Lamb Riblets

A natural pairing of lamb and Moroccan spices. (By Adapted from Laurence Jossel)

Horchata

A refreshing rice-and-almond drink. (By Amy Wisniewski)

Vinegar and Spice Oven Ribs

You can enjoy these tender pork ribs, marinated in lemon and brown sugar, year-round. (By Kate Ramos)

Pumpkin Pie with Spiced Crust

Taking the quintessential Thanksgiving pie to a new level. (By Kate Ramos)

Spiced Apple Cupcakes

Adorned with maple frosting, these are autumn made bite-sized! (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Spiced Dark Fruitcake

Warm holiday spices, dark molasses, and sweet dried fruit make this fruitcake a classic. (By Kate Ramos)

Spiced French Toast with Roasted Pineapple

An ultrarich version spiked with rum. (By Michael Laiskonis)

Lamb Meatballs with Lemon-Cumin Yogurt

Mediterranean flavors liven up an easy party appetizer. (By Amy Wisniewski)

Apple-Spice Layer Cake with Caramel Swirl Icing

A three-layer extravaganza with a touch of molasses and shredded apple to keep it moist. (By Rebecca Rather)

Rib Steaks with Spice Rub and Green Bean Salad

Add another layer of flavor with a spice rub. (By Francine Maroukian)

Spiced Honey Cake with Caramelized Figs

This complexly flavored cake— with notes of coffee, honey, and spice— is simple to make. (By Kate Ramos)

Spice-Rubbed Pot Roast

A rub of cayenne pepper, paprika, and garlic gives traditional roast a spicy kick. (By Amy Wisniewski)

Icebox Sugar Cookies

Make a big batch and keep it in the freezer. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Cardamom-Spiced Carrot Cake with Whipped Cream Cheese Frosting

Kept extra-moist with a generous helping of grated carrot, and lightly spiced with cardamom and ginger. (By Kate Ramos)

Mojo Marinated Pork Cubano (Lechon Asado)

Cuban braised pork in a citrus marinade. (By Randy Zweiban)