Peach

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

Like cobbler, but even better. This is crowned with cinnamon shortcakes—slightly crisp on the outside and delicate within—that require no kneading or rolling. We call for frozen peach slices, so this is a year-round treat.

Frangipane is a classic pastry filling made with ground almonds. Here, pistachios are used instead.

This recipe was created to accompany Grilled Chicken with Peach and Apple Salsa.

Active time: 1 1/2 hr Start to finish: 3 hr (plus 1 day for flavors to develop)

A sophisticated dessert that is great on its own, mixed with sweet berries or used as a topping for ice cream or frozen yogurt.

Elderflowers, with their subtle, honeyed sweetness, are often paired with gooseberries in English cookery. In this particular recipe pink gooseberries are best; the green ones are too tart.

I do not think that pêches de vigne, French red-fleshed peaches, are available in the United States so, for this recipe, use the most ripe, fragrant peaches you can, and go easy on the orange flower water. Slice, drizzle and serve the peaches immediately, so they are still lightly chilled!

A flavorful sauce for grilled lamb or chicken.

This recipe can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

A thick puree of fresh peaches is added to the rich custard ice cream base. The ice cream can be made up to three days ahead.