Christmas

Red-skinned pears and dulce de leche (store-bought or homemade) are the keys to this stunning yet simple dessert.

An extra-silky filling (no water bath needed!) and a smooth sour cream topping make this the ultimate cheesecake.

Glossy, intensely chocolaty, and spiked with coffee and sour cream, this Bundt is the ultimate all-purpose dessert.

Reminiscent of a classic diner dessert, this chocolate cream pie offers pure comfort in a cookie crust.

Elegant and simple to prep ahead, this classic brunch dish gets its savory backbone from sautéed leeks.

Rich and satisfying, this warm winter drink provides unparalleled cozy vibes.

Use any bar of chocolate you like in this customizable winter warmer.

With rich chocolate flavor and easy customization, this hot cocoa recipe is just the one you want to get you through winter.

With just a handful of ingredients, this old-fashioned egg custard is the little black dress of dinner party desserts—simple and effortlessly chic.

This easy roast duck makes for a lovely holiday centerpiece—it’s also pretty easy to cook.

With a buttery base and any-jam filling, these simple cookies can be customized to your whims.

The creamy texture and rich flavor of this hand-whipped fudge prove the effort is worth it.

Need an elegant dinner party dessert? A quick tea cake? A vacation birthday bake? This chocolaty wonder fits every bill.

These classic roasted potatoes get exceptional texture and bright flavor from roasting with stock and then with lemon juice.

Studded with sweet dates and crispy bacon, this easy salad makes an impressive dinner party side or satisfying lunch.

Legendary chef James Beard created this version of the British classic for Gourmet’s 1963 holiday issue. Six decades later, it’s still inspiring fans.