Buttermilk Mashed Potatoes

Buttermilk tarts up classic mashers. (By Regan Burns)

Mulled Hard Pear Cider

All ciders are not created equal: This one uses pear instead of the more traditional apple, for a simple change that adds a lot of flavor. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Pumpkin Curry

Pumpkin with curry spices makes the familiar exotic. (By Sunil Vijayakar)

I Am Inviting Banana Cream Pie

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

Pear Baby Food

Pear purée is a nice change from applesauce. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

CHOW Pancetta

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

Honey-Mustard Glazed Ham

This easy recipe for glazed ham yields a crunchy, sweet crust and juicy interior, so all you need to worry about is getting a good-quality ham. (By Amy Wisniewski)

Apricot-Whiskey Smash

The best way to get fruit into your diet. (By Amy Wisniewski)

Orange Angel Food Cake with Strawberries

This light, sweet dessert is known as “pillow cake” here at CHOW. (By Amy Wisniewski)

German Chocolate Cake

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

Persian Baked Egg Dish (Kuku)

This combination of eggs, spinach, herbs, and spices is a delicious introduction to Persian food. (By Aida Mollenkamp)

Salt Cod and Clam Stew

A light fish stew with clams. (By Max La Rivière-Hedrick)

Baba Ghanoush

This smoky eggplant dip is a pita chip’s best friend. (By Kate Ramos)

Marble Cheesecake Bars

Cheesecake you eat with your hands. (By Amy Wisniewski)

Fennel, Avocado, and Mint Salad

A flavorful salad that doubles as a main dish. (By Neal Harden)