Desserts

By using high-quality ingredients, a homemade fruitcake can go from being a Christmastime punchline to a gift worth giving.

This recipe was prepared by Chef Tammy Brawley on Real Virginia, Virginia Farm Bureau’s weekly television program.

This recipe was prepared by Chef Tammy Brawley on Real Virginia, Virginia Farm Bureau’s weekly television program.

This recipe was prepared by Chef Tammy Brawley on Real Virginia, Virginia Farm Bureau’s weekly television program.

This recipe was prepared by Chef Tammy Brawley on Real Virginia, Virginia Farm Bureau’s weekly television program.

Whether you’re in the mood for a savory meal or a sweet treat, these portable pastries can be adapted to satisfy your cravings.

This recipe was prepared by Chef Tammy Brawley on Real Virginia, Virginia Farm Bureau’s weekly television program.

Brawley, who holds a degree in culinary arts and owns The Green Kitchen in Richmond, Va., shares delicious seasonal recipes in a Real Virginia segment sponsored by Virginia Grown, a program of the Virginia Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services.

Fresh apples, pecans and pumpkins are plentiful in the fall, and these can be found in many tasty desserts.

October is National Apple Month as well as National Caramel Month, and what a great culinary combination that is! Celebrate October with this delicious recipe for Apple Cake with Caramel Sauce.

The combination of these two seasonal favorites guarantee your guests will be asking for seconds.