Pecan recipes

This easy autumnal bake combines grated marrow and chopped pecans in the sponge for a beautifully moist and crunchy texture. Top with maple soft cheese frosting

Squash makes a great accompaniment to a roast main course. Flavour with earthy rosemary and add some nuts for crunch

Indulge in this gorgeously nutty cake for dessert, then serve the leftovers as you would Christmas cake to whoever pops by

This rich cheesecake is spiced with warming flavours of ginger, cinnamon and nutmeg - top with maple syrup and nuts

Keep these chewy cookies in the freezer ready for when friends or family pop around

You can't quite beat homemade stuffing- mix pork mince with fruit and nuts and freeze until you need it

This tea-time favourite is moist, sweet, nutty and comforting - it's bound to be a hit with friends and family

Enjoy a lazy Sunday morning with this indulgent brunch recipe

Falling somewhere between a pumpkin pie and a filo pastry apple strudel, this sweet roll works with maple syrup and custard

These indulgent puds are great to freeze so you'll always have something to whip out for unexpected guests

Impress your family with Mary Cadogan’s lighter alternative to the traditional Christmas cake

This salad has a great balance of sour, sweet, crunchy and smooth

Try our festive take on American cornbread, with bacon, pecans, apricots and cranberries to pack in the flavour. A great Christmas side dish

These are a favourite with American families and make a great alternative to mince pies

A great dinner party centre piece you can make ahead