Brandied Dried Cranberries and Cherries

Native American people made these with cornmeal dumplings, simmering them with wild grapes, which were harvested at their peak sweetness.

Gourmet’s version of this perfect summer drink mixes the ideal ratio of vodka with cranberry and grapefruit juices, right in the glass.

Tangy and sunny, this curd can be made with either fresh or frozen pulp.

Crème de violette is an exuberantly floral violet liqueur that gives vibrant color to this fun frozen cocktail.

Layer homemade custard, ripe bananas, and vanilla wafers under clouds of whipped cream for this iconic dessert.

Put these out at a gathering, and we guarantee you’ll be hearing rave reviews for a long time.

This cookie is an unintended “celebrity.” It’s one of very few cookies that customers ask for specifically upon arrival at Mokonuts.

Make this versatile caramel at home with our slow-simmered method using milk and sugar—or take one of two sweetened condensed milk shortcuts.