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A delicious alternative to the classic apple pie. Deliciously ripe pears are tender and sweet, and golden tender slices peek through the crumble on top enticingly. Here, learn how to make a pear pie, a surefire standout at any festive seasonal celebration. Credit:Morgan Hunt Glaze, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless Plus, find out why it’s so delicious cold (a fun perk for leftovers-lovers!) In a pinch, feel free to use store-bought pie crusts....

Serve up a delicious Southern pear saladand a dose of nostalgia. Pear salad is Exhibit A that perhaps Southerners do not know what the word “salad” means. I was born in the South. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox I’ve lived here my entire life. But ladies and gentlemen,pear salad is not a salad. However, it is delightful. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox That recipe featured pears on a bed of lettuce, drizzled with a mayonnaise dressing....

This pretty dessert is like a comforting hug. Step aside,pineapple. This season, we’re trying a new upside-down cake. Credit: Photographer: Isaac Nunn, Prop Stylist: Julia Bayless, Food Stylist: Ruth Blackburn This Pear Upside-Down Cake is full of comforting flavor. Warming spices like cardamom and cinnamon are like a cozy hug. Our Test Kitchen recommends Boscpearsfor this recipe, as they’re tender but don’t fall apart during baking. Look for ripe pears for maximum flavor and sweetness....

This pecan cheesecake pie features a creamy layer of cheesecake along with the classic pecan pie filling. Rich, decadent, and oh-so-good, they can easily outshine anyappleorpumpkin pie. But put them together, and you have an unstoppable dessert that’s sure to be gobbled up first. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox With only 15 minutes of prep time, you’ll be making this pie all season long. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight, and you’re ready to serve....

This pecan pie recipe is a true classic: simple, reliable, and darn good. Learn how to make pecan pie. Chilling has the added benefit of cleaner slices when serving. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Bring to room temperature, or warm before serving. Unfold 1 piecrust, and roll to press out fold lines. Fit into a 9-inch pie plate according to package directions; fold edges under, and crimp. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox...

Pecan pie bars are a crowd-friendly alternative to traditional pecan pie. These delicious Pecan Pie Bars are an easier alternative to the traditionalpecan piewhile still offering plenty of flavor. (The pan also makes them very easy to transport.) Credit:Hannah Zimmerman Learn how to make Pecan Pie Bars, and find variations that your hungry family will love. How To Make Pecan Pie Bars These pecan pie bars are easier to make than traditionalpecan pies....

Two favorite sweetspecan pie and browniescollide in one decadent bar. It’s impossible to walk away from this dessert without indulging. Learn how to make pecan pie brownies and bring them to your next holiday gathering. Credit:Molly Bolton They’ll disappear in minutes. It’s also fairly straightforward to make. Here’s a brief outline of the recipe. Credit:Molly Bolton Full instructions are further below. Can I Use Brownie Mix for Pecan Pie Brownies? Just prepare and bake the mix as directed, topping with the pecan topping when called for....

The fragrance and taste of this pecan pie cake will transport you back to Grandma’s kitchen. salted butter 1(16-oz.) Bring mixture to a boil over medium; whisking constantly until thickened, about 1 minute. Credit:Antonis Achilleos; Prop Stylist: Kay Clarke; Food Stylist: Rishon Hanners Remove from heat; whisk in butter and vanilla, and fold in pecans. Prepare the Pecan Pie Cake: Preheat oven to 350F. Gradually add granulated sugar and brown sugar, beating until light and fluffy, 3 to 4 minutes....

Authentic Texas pecan pralines that melt in your mouth. Pecans replaced almonds and cream was added, softening the candy for a fudge-like texture. The classic Southern praline was created, and has been a celebrated candy ever since. Credit:Caitlin Bensel, Food Styling: Torie Cox Freeze for up to three months for longer storage. Toast pecans: Spread pecan halves onto a baking sheet, and bake for 5 minutes. Remove from oven, stir pecans around baking sheet, and place back into oven for another 5 minutes....

Sweet, buttery pecan sandies can be your new holiday tradition. Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox Pecan sandies combine the quintessentially toasty Southern taste ofpecanswith buttery shortbread. Learn how to make pecan sandies. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox These will be a huge hit with the whole family. Cookie “sandies” are named this for their color and texture, one that’s reminiscent of breadcrumbs. The cookie crumbs aren’t just sandy in color, but also have a buttery, sand-like crumb....

Simple, elegant pecan snowball cookies are a sweet addition to any holiday cookie spread. Of allholiday cookies, few are as simple and as Southern aspecan snowball cookies. Since the baked cookies are coated twice in powdered sugar, the cookie dough itself is not very sweet. Credit:Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox The first coating happens minutes after the cookies come out of the oven. Caitlin Bensel; Food Stylist: Torie Cox...