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These herbaceous pickles combine spicy ginger with bright dill. Although cucumbers are classic, cherry tomatoes or green beans would also work well in this brine.

These spiced-packed pickles are the perfect combination of tart and sweet, great for pre-dinner snacking or to top a sandwich. Yellow squash is delicious, but the brine also works well with cucumbers, zucchini, onions, or mushrooms.

These flavorful grilled mushroom skewers get their pop from a marinade of red wine or Sherry vinegar, garlic, and chopped fresh thyme.

Beneath a humble, oaty streusel topping lies a sleek, inky jumble of plums and blackberries—talk about a delicious contrast. A combination of cornstarch and tapioca in the filling helps to keep the colors of the fruit true and to set up their juices nicely without becoming too thick.

Stash veggie-filled foil packets in the freezer for a weekday breakfast option that cooks in the oven while you go about your morning routine.

These make-ahead packet meals are perfect for camping trips as well as quick and easy breakfasts on the go.

These make-ahead packs are perfect for camping trips as well as quick and easy breakfasts on the go.

Leaving the skins on the peaches for the purée makes for a beautifully pink swirl in this refreshing summer dessert.

This vibrant green side dish is great served at room temperature, so you can make it a couple hours before your guests arrive for a dinner party.

Yogurt gets used two ways in this simple dinner party–worthy dish: first it provides a tenderizing marinade for the chicken, then more yogurt is mixed with the pan juices to create a rich sauce for serving.

Parsley, mint, and lemon zest make this herbed oil a versatile condiment for a number of dishes.

These spicy and crunchy chickpeas make a crowd-pleasing snack to serve with cocktails.

This pretty green soup is creamy, cool, and refreshing. Top each bowl with a flavorful mix of parsley, mint, olive oil, and lemon zest.

Nectarines, all types of plums, or apricots are easy swaps for the peaches.