Few things are better on a hot summer day than a perfectly ripe Arkansas peach, writes Kelly Brant.
Peaches, native to China, have been thriving in Arkansas since the trees were introduced after the Civil War.
For tips on selecting the best peaches, and recipes — Honey-Peach Ice Cream, Peach Kuchen, Peach Pound Cake, Peach, Corn and Pistachio Salad — for using them read Wednesday’s Arkansas Democrat-Gazette Food section.