I associate October’s vibrant leaves with equally vibrant flavors: pumpkin spice (sorry to be a populist in this regard, but there you have it), ripe persimmons, roasted squash, savory stews and ...

After picking 15 pounds of Stayman Winesap apples last week, I had to figure out what to do with them. Apple pie? No, I’m not that confident in my crust making abilities. Apple cake? That would only ...

Applesauce can be a delicious side dish, and it adds a sweet touch of nostalgia to savory meals too, but did you know that it can also be made into a light, sweet dessert, without requiring an oven?

1. Set the oven at 350 degrees. Butter a 12-cup Bundt pan. Dust it with flour, tapping out the excess. 2. In a bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, ginger, and ...

Alice Clodfelter asked for a recipe for a Weight Watchers cake that uses applesauce or gelatin to keep the fat and calories in check. The following chocolate cake from Weight Watchers uses applesauce, ...

The other day I had coffee with an old friend. Well, actually, she’s more than that. She’s a little like family, although we haven’t really spoken in years. She’s known my dad since their college days ...

Craving something sweet and cozy? These irresistible apple desserts are the perfect way to celebrate fall flavors — or enjoy a comfort bake any time of year. From warm apple crisps to caramel-drizzled ...