Christmas

This festive winter cake relies on applesauce and—believe it or not—mayonnaise to make a dairy-free chocolate dessert that’s perfect for the holidays.

Want cookies you can make in less than an hour without having to run out to buy perishable ingredients—or even turn on your oven? These no-bake cookies rely on nut butter and white chocolate for their creamy, chewy texture, and a combination of oats, pistachio, and cranberries adds a nice, sweet crunch.

The Thanksgiving game-changing gravy. The secret? A fortified stock that you can make days in advance. No pan drippings needed!

Scoring the skin isn’t just for looks; it helps the fat render and makes the roast easy to slice.

Garlic–brown butter makes these exceptional rolls fragrant and delicious, and a portion of cooked dough mixed into the batter keeps them supple. They’re a little labor-intensive, but once you taste them, you’ll be hooked.

Instead of the usual apple pie, opt for this spiced apple cake for Thanksgiving. Grated apples give it a moist, dense texture, while a caramel glaze and candied walnuts make it truly showstopping.

The cranberry sauce for this holiday-ready side does double duty: It looks gorgeous (and tastes great) drizzled over roasted squash and sweet potatoes, but it’s also an excellent turkey condiment.

These easy-to-assemble cocktail party hors d'oeuvres add a festive touch to any holiday party.

This festive, spiced toddy starts with a black tea base. English breakfast tea is especially good with the black pepper and star anise, but Earl Grey would be nice, too.

There’s no need to reduce your cream or pre-cook the kale for this cheesy, creamy casserole. Leaving the potatoes unpeeled bumps up nutrients and cuts the prep time, too.