Two things I strive for in the thick of summer: Always have a supply of perfectly ripe peaches, and never turn on my oven. Peaches are one of the season’s purest joys — a quenching snack at the beach; ...

Whether enjoying them as a snack or incorporating them into other dishes, candied pecans are a decadent treat that satisfies both sweet and salty cravings. Just the smell of these sugary toasted nuts ...