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Its time to expand your dessert repertoire. Orange and Clove Basque Cheesecake Wow your autumn dinner guests with this photo-worthy dessert. For a gluten-free take on this dessert, just swap in an all-purposegluten-free flour blend. Jennifer Causey Chocolate-Hazelnut Swirl Cake Antonis Achilleos This swirl cake boasts an eye-catching marble pattern thats bound to impress. These pastries bring all the cozy vibes of cinnamon rolls with just a fraction of the effort and preparation....

Get ready to set it and forget it! Keep reading for easy Instant Pot recipes to make tonight! Its hard to believe that this restaurant-quality dish calls for a mere 20 minutes of hands-on work. Photo:Fred Hardy Once the meat cooks alongside some veggies and spices, go ahead and stir ina can of white beans. The result is ridiculously tender meat with a tangy taste, which is the perfect tostada topper....

Ensure guests who prefer meat-free, dairy-free, or gluten-free dishes will find tasty nourishment at your party. Plus, they’re a great way to ensure that guests with dietary restrictions have plenty to eat. Keep an extra batch in the fridge to replenish your plate when they inevitably disappear. Photo: GREG DUPREE Be generous with the fresh herbs, and reserve a feta-free portion for vegan guests. Served with chips or toothpicks, it offers a tingly acidity that feels oh-so-sophisticated....

Got a hungry crew to feed? Look over these big-batch, low-effort treats to suit any sweet tooth. Using sheet pans forfuss-free dinnersis a genius idea. Caitlin Bensel What took us so long to think of sheet pan desserts? Why would you ever use a pie dish again? (This strategy works for other crisps like peach, pear, or plum.) Caitlin Bensel However you cut itsquares, shards, or slicesyour guests won’t get enough....

These aromatic blooms make you want to stop and smell the flowers. Planning an aromatic flower garden or want to choose fragrant flowers for your next arrangement? We have plants for you, from soothing-scented lavender to sweet-smelling hyacinth. Jacky Parker Photography / Getty Go ahead, stop and smell the roses, and gardenias, and jasmine. But hyacinths are worth the wait. There are endless varieties from which to choosesomeeasier to growthan othersfrom classics to modern hybrids....

Now is the time to do these end-of-fall activities and start gearing up for the holiday season. Things to Do at Home in November 1. than at the end of fall/start of winter. Here’severything you gotta know about preserving and canning food. Start a Journal Cooped up inside on a rainy November day? Spend 10 or 15 minuteswriting down your thoughts, feelings, observations, or goals. A warming, savory meal like soup is exactly what we need on a chilly day....

Gayrat Tolibov/Getty Images When asked to envision your dream kitchen, what comes to mind? Creamy white cabinets?Heavily veined marblecountertops? If you answered yes to any of the above, youre not alone. Photo:Gayrat Tolibov/Getty Images That’s not necessarily the case. Here,Lucinda Loya Interiorsuses large slab tiles, which minimizes lines and keeps things simple. Going low-key on the floor also allows for a pop elsewherelikethe backsplashshe chose in this space. Morgan Madison Design...

If you select links we provide, we may receive compensation. When the days turn dark and cold, curl up with one of these winter reading suggestions. Others are tragic or mysterious. Amazon They all feature chilly tweaks and, often, tons of snow. With books like these, you won’t have to don your coat to get a taste of winter. Gingerbread by Helen Oyeyemi Gingerbread has a special place as aholiday treatin many cultures....

If you press links we provide, we may receive compensation. Can’t afford to buy her a new car? We bet she’d like one of these transporting reads. Photo: courtesy Mother-Daughter Murder Night by Nina Simon bookshop.org The family that investigates together, stays together? (In fact, pair it with Dickens' masterwork so she can compare and contrast the two!) (Especially if she’s constantly complaining about your Dad’s lack ofdishwasher loading prowess.)...

All houseplants need some sunshine, but these low-light indoor plants require far less than most. That doesn’t mean it’s possible for you to’t have a plethora of pretty houseplants! Here are some of thebest indoor plantsfor dark rooms. Oscar Wong/Getty Images Their cool, modern pointed leaves with variegated colors look beautiful in a small pot or a large planter. Bird of Paradise Might we introduce you to the future replacement for your fiddle leaf fig plant?...

Feel full longerand get that all-important fiber boostwith these delicious lunch ideas. Alison Miksch Plenty of people focus on how much protein or specific nutrients they’re getting through their food. How Much Fiber Do You Need? Photo:Alison Miksch The short answer: Probably a lot more than you already get. Eating more fiber can even have positive effects on your cholesterol and blood sugar. High-Fiber Lunch Recipes Honestly, these lunch recipes make delicious dinners, too....

Skip the late-afternoon snack attack with a protein-packed lunch guaranteed to help you power through the day. Work these into your menu planning to have something delicious to look forward to whenlunchtimerolls around. Add avocado, lettuce, and peppery radish for flavor and nutrients. Photo:Greg Dupree, Prop Stylist: Chelsea zimmer, Food Stylist: Claire Spollen If you’re really busy, shredded rotisserie chicken makes it a cinch. This high-protein one-pan dish features white beans and eggs for a vegetarian-friendly lunch....

Make your holiday just a little easier by prepping these Thanksgiving dishes a day or more in advance. Whether you’re cooking a lot or a little before the big holiday, make-ahead Thanksgiving recipes are key. About 15 minutes before serving, pull it out, mix with Greek yogurt, and serve. Photo: Getty Images This creamy, punchy dip goes with just about anything, from crudites to crackers. Minty Moscow Mule Punch This party-sized version of a classic cocktail is perfect for a Thanksgiving crowd....