Kale Salad with Plums and Manchego
There are plenty of kale salads out there these days, and for this version, we’re highlighting summer plums. The kale is tossed with a sweet and tangy dressing flavored with sherry vinegar and honey. Toasted panko breadcrumbs offer a bit of crunch, coating every leaf of kale and adding a salty pop against the sweet plums. Just before serving, top the salad with a coating of finely grated Manchego cheese, which is a firm Spanish cheese that gives the salad a nutty finish.
Ricotta Tart with Plums and Whipped Honey
From taste to presentation, this tart is an absolute showstopper. Good, ripe plums are essential, so feel free to substitute apples or pears if you can’t find good plums. And if you're in a time crunch, a store-bought crust works just fine here.
Plum and Marzipan Crumbles
Plums and almonds are a delicious combination in this summer-into-fall crumble. The topping has chewy nuggets of marzipan mixed in to highlight the almond flavor. Don’t worry if your ramekins look very full – the fruit cooks down considerably during baking.
