Peach

The salsa is also delicious made with diced ripe mangoes.

This recipe yields more ginger syrup than you'll need for the fruit salad. Add a spoonful to a glass of club soda, sparkling water, or iced tea for a refreshing summer drink. Active time: 20 min Start to finish: 2 1/2 hr (includes chilling)

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

This quick little pan roast really captures the spirit of Italian food culture although I've never seen anything quite like it in Italy. The balsamic-flavored zabaglione is a nod to the classic Modenese osteria dessert of raw strawberries with balsamic vinegar and black pepper.

This southern version of the holiday cranberry sauce includes peaches, one of the region's favorite fruits.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

If making more than 2 pies, do not double this recipe but make multiple batches.

Peaches are accented with honey in this fabulous home-style dessert. It's delicate, so slide a ten-inch-diameter tart pan bottom or the bottom of a ten-inch-diameter springform pan under the free-form tart to support it and make it easy to transfer.

A flavorful sauce for grilled lamb or chicken.

Arlene sometimes uses sliced apricots, peaches or whole strawberries instead of plums for an equally delicious topping.

This beautiful torte can be prepared three days before serving.