These luscious bars will remind you of a tropical island; they contain mango, lemon, and toasted coconut. They can be made ahead and are perfect for picnics and summer gatherings.

There are dozens of holiday cookie books out there, but this one is better than most. Here's an excellent new cookbook with recipes that everyone will actually want to make.

Dads like simple cakes with no fru-fru, so why not serve this old-fashioned cake on Father's Day.

This luscious pie is especially good when made with local fresh peaches which are available from roadside stands and farmer's markets during late summer. It's easy and has a minimum of ingredients.

"Bake" this dessert on the grill while guests enjoy their main dishes. It's especially good with homemade ice cream.

What could be better than Baklava? How about Baklava Cheesecake? This luscious dessert is worth every calorie.

Root beer floats are a sure sign of summer, and these moist brownies taste just like them. They go especially well with ice cream and are perfect for a summer gathering.

Fresh figs are delicious, and when they are in season, this is the showstopper dessert to make. If you haven't utilized this fabulous fruit, now is the time.

Here is a delicious cake that uses up that zucchini. It's not too sweet, and the orange glaze makes it extremely moist.

Here's a great way to use up leftover grits; the pudding comes out with a layer of custard in addition to a creamy grits layer. This is simple soul food at its best.