Nothing feels like summertime quite like taking a bite of a juicy peach—and it's hard not to feel cheated when you bite into an unripe, hard, or mealy one. So how do you know when a peach is ripe and ready to eat?. Next time you’re at a farmer’s...

The Only Way To Tell When a Peach is Ripe, According to an Expert

After buying a carton of blueberries, it can be tempting to pop it in the refrigerator and not give the fruit another thought until you need it. Technically, this method can work—but there are other ways to make your blueberries last even longer. These fruits are relatively delicate, after all, and they benefit from special care and handling. Ahead, we spoke to experts about how to store blueberries in the refrigerator to keep them in tip-top condition. Also, how to freeze blueberries and tips for making your berries last as long as possible.

How to Store Blueberries So They Stay Fresh and Juicy

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Here’s how to keep those summer peaches perfectly ripe, whether they’re at their prime or need some time.

The Best Way to Store Peaches, According to a Farmer

I think of summer and outdoor lunches when I think of cucumbers—they add such a refreshing crunch to salads, sandwiches, and noodles. That’s why I buy lots of them at once. Yet it’s so disappointing when I reach for a cucumber in the fridge only to find it slimy.

The Only Way You Should Store Cucumbers, According to an Expert

We’re big fans of the little treats that help get us through the day. And, while we certainly never turn down a Kit Kat or a handful of Doritos, sometimes our afternoon snack needs to have a bit more substance to get us out of a midday slump. If...

A New, First-Of-Its-Kind Reese’s Cup Is Hitting Shelves Now

This old-fashioned white velvet cake recipe is one you'll want to save to your recipe box. We find ourselves making it for pretty much every birthday and celebration. Our recipe testers loved the combination of moist cake and not-to-sweet milk-based frosting. Here's how to make white velvet cake, and homemade ermine frosting.

This White Velvet Cake Earned Raves from Our Recipe Testers

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Get ready to be taken away to sunny strawberry fields with this unbelievably delicious and creamy strawberry milkshake recipe! Bursting with berry goodness and a hint of nostalgia, this velvety treat is a celebration of summer’s most beloved fruit. And we’re adding a twist of freeze-dried strawberries to intensify the flavor to create a milkshake that keeps those summer vibes flowing, even when the snow is falling.

Strawberry Milkshake Recipe: Vegan and Delicious

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Plus, RDs share peachy ideas for eating peaches.

Here's Exactly What Happens to Your Body When You Eat a Peach Every Day

I tried it so you didn't have to (but you might want to).

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As long as it’s made well, serving store-bought cake is a great alternative, especially when baking causes your home temperature to rise and your air conditioner to run nonstop. And, buying an already-made cake is utterly legitimate as your contribution to a summer barbecue, even more so if you use summer’s bounty to fancy it up.

Aldi's Bakery Has a $4.49 Cake That's Perfect for Summer Barbecues

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The delectable Peach Cobbler Cookies are sure to elevate your reputation and bring admiration as a skilled baker, nurturing partner, or remarkable parent. These cookies are a perfect harmony of sweet peaches, warm spices, and a crumbly, buttery crust that melts in your mouth with each bite. Whether you're serving them at a family gathering, a cozy night in, or as a thoughtful gift, they are a delightful treat that will leave everyone asking for more. The aroma of freshly baked peach cobbler cookies wafting through your kitchen will evoke feelings of comfort, nostalgia, and togetherness, making it a memorable experience for all who indulge in them.

Delicious Peach Cobbler Cookies: A Sweet Symphony of Flavors

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If you are looking for a dessert that is delicious, easy to make, and perfect for summer, then Peach Cobbler With Cake Mix is a must-try recipe. This easy Cake Mix dessert is a classic Southern dessert that combines juicy peaches and a sweet cake mix topping. You can even use sugar-free cake mixes to lower the sugar content in this easy peach cobbler with cake mix!

Delicious & Easy Peach Cobbler Recipe with Cake Mix

This pineapple cake is soft, moist and full of pineapple flavor. The cake only needs 4 ingredients and doesn’t require any eggs. It can also be made dairy-free. This sweet tropical cake takes only five minutes to prepare and is an easy dessert to make. This pineapple cake has...

4 Ingredient Pineapple Cake (No Eggs)

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The FBI has seen a rise in scams targeting timeshare owners. In this kind of scam, criminals con these part-time property owners into shelling out hefty sums of cash, all under false pretenses related to their timeshare properties.

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This Red, White, and Blue Fruit Pizza is an ideal patriotic dessert, suitable for all occasions! With a Pillsbury sugar cookie dough crust, delightful cream cheese frosting, and a medley of fresh fruit toppings, indulge in the ultimate sweet treat anytime!

Patriotic Fruit Pizza: A Sweet and Colorful Delight!

Some food and drink offerings are simply synonymous with summer. Barbecues in the backyard, ice pops on the boardwalk, a cold drink by the pool. And let’s not forget cookies. Yes, you can enjoy cookies anytime, but Oreo’s latest offering is all about a beloved summer flavor. We’re looking...

Oreo Is Releasing a Brand-New Flavor for Summer

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What is more summery than an icy, sweet frozen drink? If the heat wave is getting to you, try whipping up this simple frozen strawberry lemonade. All you need is your choice of lemonade and some frozen strawberries. You can use store-bought lemonade, make your own from scratch, or a powdered version. As for strawberries, frozen ones are the easiest choice. If you'd rather use fresh, add at least two cups of ice until you reach a nice, frozen consistency.

2-Ingredient Frozen Strawberry Lemonade: Beat the Heat!

When it's high summer and your refrigerator's produce drawer is practically overflowing with fresh zucchini from the garden or farmers' market stand, you've made all your best renditions of zucchini bread, and you need to put some away before it turns bad, freezing is the logical solution. Unlike more intricate home preservation processes like canning or even pickling (both doable but more daunting and time-consuming), freezing presents the perfect almost foolproof storage method for fresh veggies.

The Freezer Storage Trick To Make Zucchini Last All Summer

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

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How to Store Strawberries the Right Way, According to Fruit Experts

There’s nothing like ripe, juicy strawberries on a hot summer day (or any day). But to enjoy strawberry shortcake and other treats where this favorite fruit...

How to Store Strawberries the Right Way, According to Fruit Experts

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