As we sadly come to the end of summer there are still many things to celebrate and enjoy in the kitchen. Many delicious fruits are at their very best during this time of year. Take advantage of fresh, seasonal apples, pears, peaches, berries, plums, mangoes & nectarines, just to name a few. These wonderful fruits can be enjoyed as simple nutritious snacks or as delicious additions to salads, entrées and of course desserts.

Consider starting off your next weekend with a great breakfast of Berry & Peach Crepes. Top these beautiful crépes with a dollop of freshly whipped cream for extra indulgence.

As we squeak out a few more days of warm weather, experiment with grilling the fruits of the season. This month try a simple and delicious appetizer of Grilled Apples with Pancetta or Grilled Pears with Pancetta. The sweetness of the fruit contrasts beautifully with the saltiness of the Pancetta. For another great, late summer meal enjoy Peach Pork Loins. This dish consists of grilled peaches served alongside pan-fried pork loins topped with a delectable peach-cognac glaze. For those chicken lovers, tempt your taste buds with grilled Chicken with Apricot Glaze & Mango Salsa.

And let’s not forget dessert! Enjoy a beautiful, light dessert of Cornets with Fresh Fruit. This is definitely a dessert suited for company — guaranteed to impress your guests! For a simple treat try Meringue Clouds with Fresh Nectarines.

Don’t miss this opportunity to enjoy these naturally delicious (and of course naturally gluten-free!), flavorful fruits of summer — before we know it we’ll be heading into fall and missing what was once at our fingertips!