Name: Roasted Pears with Ricotta and Honey
Yield: Makes 6 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup fresh ricotta cheese; 5 tablespoons sugar, divided; 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/2 teaspoon finely grated lemon peel; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened, divided; 1/2 cup whole almonds; 1/4 cup Grade B maple syrup; 1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds; 3 Bartlett pears; 2 tablespoons honey

Image may contain Plant Food Dish Meal and Vegetable

Roasted Pears with Ricotta and Honey

The ricotta needs to drain overnight for this recipe, so begin one day ahead. Grade B maple syrup has a deeper flavor than Grade A; it's available at Trader Joe's and specialty foods stores, and from vermontcountrystore.com.

Recipe notes

Caramelized Onion Pasta

Turn humble onions into this thrifty yet luxe pasta dinner.

Béchamel Sauce

This classic 15-minute sauce is your secret weapon for homemade mac and cheese, chowder, lasagna, and more.

Butternut Squash–Kale Salad With Roasted Garlic Vinaigrette

Round out these autumn greens with tart pomegranate seeds, crunchy pepitas, and a shower of Parmesan.

London Fog Brownies

Yes, brownies can—and should—be made with white chocolate.

Mascarpone Cheesecake

An extra-silky filling (no water bath needed!) and a smooth sour cream topping make this the ultimate cheesecake.

Crème Anglaise

The silky French vanilla sauce that goes with everything.

Classic French Bouillabaisse With Rouille

This flexible recipe is all you need to bring this iconic Provençal seafood stew to your table.

Our Favorite French Onion Soup

Caramelized onions, melty Gruyère, and a deeply savory broth deliver the kind of comfort that doesn’t need improving.