Pineapple

Brandied whipped cream adds the perfect finishing touch to this moist, luscious cake. Leftovers are terrific with coffee the next day.

If rice pudding is getting a little too comfortable, try our version with fresh pineapple, mango, and papaya. Active time: 20 min Start to finish: 30 min

These individual Pavlovas are inspired by the popular Australian dessert (named for the Russian ballerina), which combines crisp meringue with whipped cream and assorted fruit. It's easy to form the cups with a pastry bag, but if you don't have one, try this technique: Drop the meringue by half-cupfuls onto the baking sheets, then use the back of a spoon to create a deep, wide indentation in the center of each.

This recipe can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

For ice pops without alcohol, use pineapple juice instead of rum.

The clever topping is made with a cake mix.

This recipe was created to accompany <epi:recipeLink id "11847">Grilled Teriyaki Pork Chops with Pineapple Papaya Relish</epi:recipeLink>.</a> Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less but requires additional unattended time.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Here's a tropical take on one of the most popular warm-weather drinks. This rendition is served on the rocks.

At the ranch, Lisa Ahier makes this salsa with and without avocado. At Gourmet, we liked it with.

For snacking, try this tropical topper with Hawaiian lavash crackers, or serve over grilled chicken.

Papaya, mango and banana slices would also work nicely on this pie.