Summer

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

This recipe gives everyone a mini cobbler.

Cream cheese was added to the ricotta for this smooth, luscious dessert. But if you can find fresh ricotta, which is less grainy than some of the commercial types, use it and omit the cream cheese.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

This recipe can be prepared in 45 minutes or less but may required additional sitting time. Be sure to lightly oil the grill rack again so that it doesn’t stick.

You’ll need to purchase a 1-pound package of frozen pizza dough, even though only a quarter of that is called for here. Refreeze the remainder for another use.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

A light and pretty treat with intense fruit flavors.

Tender shortcakes accented with fresh and candied ginger are delicious complements to the strawberry filling.

The addition of the Italian aperitif Campari to fresh orange juice gives a slightly bitter taste to this light and refreshing dessert.

This dessert is based on an old-fashioned Russian kissel—traditionally a sweetened fruit purée thickened with potato starch, which gives it a puddinglike consistency. We've left the berries whole in order to achieve a more interesting look and texture and substituted cornstarch for the thickener as it's more readily available in the States.

I recommend that you strain the blackberry mixture, because the little seeds will only get caught in your teeth.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

This appealing do-ahead dessert, perfect for a picnic, can be formed ahead and frozen. Just thaw, then bake and cool.