Best Nectarine Recipes

Nectarines are often passed over for their more popular counterpart, peaches, but they are one of my absolute favorite fruits.  This varietal, the Arctic Star, makes a superb and easy glaze with a dash of sherry vinegar. Recipe comes courtesy of Jamnation Jam creator Gillan Reynolds. Click here to check out the full Jamnation lineup of certified Fair Trade artisanal jams.

Make your own slushie-style cocktail by stirring bourbon-nectarine sorbet through a chilled glass of bourbon and lemon juice.This recipe is courtesy of Not Without Salt.

“The aniseed flavor of fennel and the sweetness of rosemary work really well with lamb cutlets, but you could use this marinade for a whole leg of roast lamb. Sweet, roasted nectarines are a great companion to any lamb dish. I coat my nectarines (or peaches) with apple syrup, but you could use a good-quality maple syrup instead. These nectarines could also be served as a dessert with mascarpone or softly whipped cream.” — Clodagh McKenna, Clodagh’s Irish Kitchen — A Fresh Take on Traditional Flavors

Sometimes the taste of a Gin and Tonic gets tired. Sometimes there's gin but no tonic. While the former is likely not to happen, gin drinks that aren't a Gin and Tonic, or one of the many "Gin and Tonic twists," are harder to come across at a home-bar party than should be. the Stone Fruit Gin & Ginger is an easy summer drink that is sure to please even the most liquor-discerning guests.

Nectarines may be unexpected on the grill, but this is sure to be a hit at your next potluck. The salty feta intermingles well with the sweet nectarine infused with a hint of smoke. This recipe comes to us from Vivian of Macca’s Meatless Monday. Click here to see Meatless Monday Summer Grilling Tips.