Six pounds of red plums seasoned with almond extract and orange zest fill a food-processor butter crust topped with a woven diagonal lattice and turbinado sugar, baked until golden. This generous slab pie is a stunning way to celebrate peak stone fruit season and feeds a crowd with ease

This never-miss pot roast turns into tender, garlicky, wine-kissed comfort food while you go live your life. It smells incredible, tastes even better, and makes dinner feel like a big warm hug.

Muddled fresh ginger and mint are shaken with bourbon and honey, then strained into a glass and topped with sparkling apple cider for a fizzy, autumnal cocktail. This warming, aromatic drink balances the sweetness of honey and cider with bourbon's oak-aged depth, making it an ideal sip for a fall gathering.

Fresh strawberries muddled with lemon juice, vodka, and elderflower liqueur, topped with sparkling club soda. A pretty, fizzy cocktail that sets a festive, welcoming mood when friends come together.

Great Northern beans baked low and slow with bacon, dark brown sugar, Dijon mustard, and a splash of apple cider vinegar. A sweet and tangy barbecue side dish that punches well above its budget-friendly price tag.

Crisp coleslaw mix tossed in a creamy jalapeno ranch dressing made with Greek yogurt, buttermilk, and smoky chipotle powder. A cool, tangy side with just enough heat to complement blackened fish tacos.

Thick eggplant slices are grilled until smoky and tender, then layered with a chunky tomato-olive sauce, melty mozzarella, and Parmesan and baked until bubbly. This lighter take on eggplant Parmean trades the fryer for the grill, adding charred depth while keeping the dish satisfying and full-flavored.

A hearty Italian soup of pasta and beans with a soffritto base of onion, celery, and carrot. A warming one-pot meal that's pure comfort for the whole family.

Buttery shortbread infused with rosemary and lemon zest pulsed into sugar, pressed into a pan, baked, and drizzled with lemon icing. A fragrant, sophisticated cookie perfect for sharing during the quiet, contemplative evenings of early winter.

A sophisticated cocktail combining gin, Campari, sweet vermouth, and fresh orange juice, stirred and strained over ice. Garnished with an orange peel for a citrusy take on the classic Negroni.