Figs can be a sweet and nutritious addition to your breakfast, lunch, dinner or dessert, so why not try adding them to your routine while they're in season? From salads and sandwiches to easy pastries ...

This seasonal dessert marries two Mediterranean flavors: fresh, ripe figs and sweet peaches. The pastry crust is very forgiving and comes together in just a few minutes (though it has to be chilled ...

Mild, cake-like and creamy but not too rich, this fig frangipane tart makes for a dramatic offering on the holiday table. The halved, exotic-looking fruit is what does it. A fluted tart pan only adds ...

This seasonal dessert marries two Mediterranean flavors: fresh, ripe figs and sweet peaches. The pastry crust is very forgiving and comes together in just a few minutes (though it has to be chilled ...

On my parents’ property in Clarkston, there used to be an enormous, rambling fig tree. It sprouted up as a “volunteer” (the word my mother uses for things that aren’t planted, but somehow arrive ...

This fancy-looking tart, spread with fig preserves, is easy to make and a good recipe to keep in mind when the supply of fresh fruit is limited. It starts with a simple, press-in-pan dough made with ...

Classic recipes for ricotta cake, tiramisu and a savory tart offer boundaryless appeal. The soft cheeses of Italy provide a plethora of options for savory and sweet dishes. (Clockwise from top left: ...