Pumpkin Spice Martini

Savory Experiments 10/14 11:42P Chef Jessica Formicola

This pumpkin spice martini combines real pumpkin puree, vanilla vodka, Kahlúa, maple syrup and warm spices for a creamy fall cocktail that tastes a little like pumpkin pie in a glass. A graham cracker...

Pumpkin Spice Fudge

Savory Experiments 10/14 12:04A Chef Jessica Formicola

This pumpkin spice fudge combines real pumpkin puree, warm pumpkin pie spice, white chocolate and marshmallow creme for a creamy fall candy with classic fudge texture. Toasted pecans on top add a...

Pumpkin Ice Cream with Gingersnaps

Savory Experiments 10/13 12:02A Chef Jessica Formicola

This pumpkin ice cream with gingersnaps is creamy, warmly spiced and completely no-churn. Toasting the pumpkin first concentrates its flavor, while layers of crunchy gingersnap cookies give every...

Slow Cooker Pork Chops with Apple Pie Filling

Savory Experiments 10/12 1:57A Chef Jessica Formicola

These apple pie filling pork chops combine tender slow-cooked pork with sweet apples, onion, Dijon mustard, apple cider vinegar and warm spices. The sauce thickens right in the slow cooker for an easy...

Cranberry French Toast Casserole

Savory Experiments 10/11 2:14A Chef Jessica Formicola

This cranberry French toast casserole layers challah, tart cranberries and cinnamon custard with a buttery pecan topping for an easy holiday breakfast.

Loaded Mashed Potato Cups

Savory Experiments 10/9 4:22A Chef Jessica Formicola

These loaded mashed potato cups turn cold leftover mashed potatoes into individual cheesy bites loaded with bacon, cheddar and scallions. Baked in a muffin tin until set and topped with another layer...

Hot Chocolate Puppy Chow

Savory Experiments 10/8 1:51A Chef Jessica Formicola

This hot chocolate puppy chow turns crunchy Chex cereal into a chocolate-coated winter snack dusted with Dutch cocoa and powdered sugar. Mini chocolate chips and dehydrated marshmallows give every...

Sour Cream Pound Cake

Savory Experiments 10/8 12:17A Chef Jessica Formicola

This sour cream pound cake is rich, buttery and tender with a soft crumb, crisp golden edges and plenty of vanilla flavor.

Apple Slab Pie using Apple Pie Filling

Savory Experiments 10/7 1:30A Chef Jessica Formicola

This easy apple slab pie layers flaky pie crust, apple pie filling and buttery streusel in a sheet pan for a dessert that feeds a crowd.

Pumpkin Scones with Maple Glaze

Savory Experiments 10/5 11:31P Chef Jessica Formicola

These pumpkin scones with maple glaze have crisp golden edges, tender flaky centers and plenty of warm cinnamon and pumpkin spice. Blotting the pumpkin and folding the dough helps keep them light...

Jelly Donut Shots

Savory Experiments 10/1 3:08A Chef Jessica Formicola

These jelly donut shots layer Chambord and Irish cream in a sugar-rimmed glass for a sweet, creamy raspberry shooter that tastes like dessert.

50+ Sweet Potato Recipes

Savory Experiments 9/24 6:19A Chef Jessica Formicola

From crispy roasted sweet potatoes to cozy sweet potato casseroles, soups, salads, breakfasts and satisfying mains, this roundup collects our most reliable, reader-loved dishes in one place. Find...

Biscuits and Gravy Casserole

Savory Experiments 9/24 2:48A Chef Jessica Formicola

Fluffy canned biscuits, savory breakfast sausage and creamy peppered gravy all baked together in one 9x13-inch dish. It is hearty, easy and practically begs to be served on a lazy weekend morning.

Easy Mulled Apple Cider – Stovetop or Slow Cooker

Savory Experiments 9/21 11:42P Chef Jessica Formicola

This homemade mulled cider is warm, fragrant and packed with cinnamon, cloves, star anise, allspice, orange peel and a subtle peppery kick. Make a batch on the stovetop or keep it warm in the slow...

Black Cupcakes (Black Velvet)

Savory Experiments 9/15 2:31A Chef Jessica Formicola

Black cupcakes use black cocoa for deep color and rich chocolate flavor- no food coloring required. Add just a few drops for a darker finish.