Adapted from “Pecans,” by Kathleen Purvis (UNC Press, $18). This cake is moist and spicy, and the Strawberry-pecan butter really sets it off. Eat any leftover butter on biscuits or crackers. The cake ...

This coffee cake may become your new go-to treat! It’s made up of a simple dough paired with an ooey-gooey pecan topping with notes of maple syrup and brown sugar. It’s wonderfully balanced, serving ...

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You know I love a good cake moment, and lately I’ve been all about bundt cakes. They’re super easy, come out looking gorgeous, and somehow feel a little extra special. Whether you’re baking for a ...

Jean Gordon asked if anyone had a recipe for the spicy mussels served at the gone-but-not-forgotten Restaurant St. Michel in Coral Gables, Fla. Henry Lambert replied with the recipe here, which has ...

Coffee cakes tend to be modest, cozy affairs, but there’s still a lot that is special about them. They’re big and bountiful, perfect for sharing. Unlike a cookie or bar you can eat on the go or ...

At this time of year, pumpkin butter is widely available. My favorite is Muirhead Pecan Pumpkin Butter from Williams-Sonoma. The company recommends serving it over cream cheese with crisp chopped ...