Ripe tomatoes, sweet corn, zucchini, cucumbers, peaches, berries, and fresh herbs are some of the best reasons to cook in summer.

Put them to work in pasta salads, grilling recipes, easy summer dinners, and fruit-filled summer desserts.

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