Peach

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Cream of coconut is added to the batter and the whipped cream frosting. You can make and chill the cake up to one day ahead.

Try this fresh, no-cook chutney with grilled chicken, sautéed shrimp, or lamb burgers.

Because the more traditional dark fruitcakes aren't really to her liking, senior editor Sarah Belk created this one, filled with her favorite nuts and dried fruits. To make these gifts even more festive, she suggest decorating the glazed cakes with additional dried fruits and nuts.

You won't miss butter and syrup when this honey-sweetened fruit treat tops the pancakes. It's also delicious with waffles, French toast or on its own.

A lovely white sangria with great balance. Make it a day ahead to allow the flavors to intensify.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Vanilla bean and brandy accent the cake, and a few raspberries tint the peach topping a delicate pink.

This recipe is an accompaniment for Warm Peach Shortcakes with Bourbon-Brown Sugar Cream.

This recipe is an accompaniment for Meringue-Topped Raspberry and Peach Ice Cream Cake .

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)

Ginger and cinnamon give the classic peach pie a makeover.

The graham cracker crunch topping is delicious on its own, but combined with ripe peaches, cinnamon syrup and ice cream, it makes for positively addictive sundaes.