Summer is here and that means one thing: stone fruits have finally arrived. And they'll only be around for the next couple of months, so we have to get our fill before they disappear again. And while we're fans of peaches, apricots, nectarines and plums, there's something unique about cherries that makes them stand apart. It might have something to do with their small size, making them so easy to snack on. Or maybe their popularity results from the fact that these little fruits hold just as much flavor and juices as the biggest of peaches. Whatever the case may be, we advise sneaking them into whatever recipe you can.

Posted: 06/12/12 09:24 AM ET | Updated: 08/31/12 10:48 AM ET