10 Dishes That Squeeze Every Last Bit Out of Summer

Food Network Kitchen's Grilled Peach Iced Tea, as seen on Food Network.

Food Network Kitchen's Grilled Peach Iced Tea, as seen on Food Network.

Photo by: Stephen Johnson ©2015, Television Food Network, G.P. All Rights Reserved

Stephen Johnson, 2015, Television Food Network, G.P. All Rights Reserved

We’re just gonna say it: Fall is on the way, people. And it’s not that we don’t love fall — there are few among us who don’t applaud the return of pumpkin season. But we just want to make sure you enjoy as much of summer’s bounty as you can. Make these vibrant recipes before it’s too late to get the really good stuff.

Stretch a single ripe peach’s perfectly sun-kissed flavor by tossing it on the grill and stirring it into a batch of iced tea that can serve eight.

Of course, tomatoes also shine in this classic summer salad, which just doesn’t taste nearly as tangy and bright any other time of year.

Food stylist: Anne Disrude
Prop Stylist: Pamela Duncan Silver

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Food stylist: Anne Disrude Prop Stylist: Pamela Duncan Silver

Photo by: Con Poulos

Con Poulos

The colorful tomatoes that fill farm stands are truly one of summer’s greatest gifts. Enjoy their beauty and wonderful, sweet flavor by making heirlooms the star of a savory pie from Food Network Magazine.

Grilled Eggplant and Goat Cheese Salad; Giada De Laurentiis

Grilled Eggplant and Goat Cheese Salad; Giada De Laurentiis

Photo by: Tara Donne

Tara Donne

Another summer staple, sliced eggplant is a blank canvas just screaming for some grill marks. Giada De Laurentiis plates the dish with mint and goat cheese for a pungent bite.

Bobby Flay's Perfectly Grilled Corn as seen on Food Network

Bobby Flay's Perfectly Grilled Corn as seen on Food Network

Photo by: Stephen Johnson ©2014, Television Food Network, G.P. All Rights Reserved

Stephen Johnson, 2014, Television Food Network, G.P. All Rights Reserved

It simply would not be summer without corn on the cob, so make sure you get your fill! Bobby Flay shows us the best way to grill it, and he serves a duo of flavored butters on the side.

Food Network Kitchen’s Spicy Creamed Corn Crumble as seen on Food Network.

Food Network Kitchen’s Spicy Creamed Corn Crumble as seen on Food Network.

Photo by: Matt Armendariz ©2015

Matt Armendariz, 2015

Or, put an elote-style spin on a creamy corn side dish. Cotija cheese, adobo sauce, lime and a tortilla-chip topping make this recipe extra festive.

Ina Garten knows how to make the most of our favorite seasonal fruits. This dessert boasts berries, peaches and plums.

GRILLED PIZZA FOR A CROWD, Food Network Kitchen, Food Network, Bread Flour, Kosher
Salt, Olive Oil, Sugar, Active Dry Yeast, Cornmeal, Mozzarella, Fontina, Asiago, Prosciutto,
Salami, Ham, Tuscan Kale, Bell Peppers, Mushrooms, Red Onions, Figs, Corn, Olives,
Pistachios, Fennel, Summer Squash or Zucchini, Radicchio, Balsamic Vinegar, Calabrese
Chili Sauce, Honey, Parmesan, Sea Salt, Fennel Seeds, Baby Greens, Basil, Lemon
Wedges, Tomato Sauce, Garlic, Arugula, Parsley, Capers, Ricotta

GRILLED PIZZA FOR A CROWD, Food Network Kitchen, Food Network, Bread Flour, KosherSalt, Olive Oil, Sugar, Active Dry Yeast, Cornmeal, Mozzarella, Fontina, Asiago, Prosciutto,Salami, Ham, Tuscan Kale, Bell Peppers, Mushrooms, Red Onions, Figs, Corn, Olives,Pistachios, Fennel, Summer Squash or Zucchini, Radicchio, Balsamic Vinegar, CalabreseChili Sauce, Honey, Parmesan, Sea Salt, Fennel Seeds, Baby Greens, Basil, LemonWedges, Tomato Sauce, Garlic, Arugula, Parsley, Capers, Ricotta

Photo by: Matt Armendariz ©2014, Television Food Network, G.P. All Rights Reserved

Matt Armendariz, 2014, Television Food Network, G.P. All Rights Reserved

Tossing individual pies right on the grill is a foolproof way to please a crowd (and it won’t be nearly as fun once the weather cools down). End-of-summer party menu? Check!

Often touted as the most refreshing food around, juicy watermelon stands up well to the zesty bite of the feta and arugula’s in Ina’s salad.

Photo by: Matt Armendariz ©2014, Television Food Network, G.P. All Rights Reserved

Matt Armendariz, 2014, Television Food Network, G.P. All Rights Reserved

OK, you can technically Giada’s ice cream sandwiches anytime of year. But it’s just so much more fun to eat them outside, where you won’t mind making a drippy, chocolaty mess.

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