While we know that grapes play a crucial role in the production of wine -- and peanut butter and (grape) jelly sandwiches -- that's not they only place where they belong in the food world. We've got them featured in pies, tarts, muffins and more. Click through the slideshow below for recipe ideas. They're wonderfully sweet and bursting with flavor, and believe it or not, they get even sweeter when roasted.

Grilled Goat Cheese Sandwich With Honey-Roasted Grapes
<strong>Get the <a href="http://www.bakeyourday.net/grilled-goat-cheese-sandwich-honey-roasted-grapes-walnuts/" target="_hplink">Grilled Goat Cheese Sandwich with Honey-Roasted Grapes and Walnuts recipe</a> by Bake Your Day</strong> This might be the best grilled cheese we've ever encountered. It's made with creamy goat cheese and sweet roasted grapes.
Harvest Cake With Grapes And Sangiovese Syrup
<strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/harvest-cake-with-grapes-_n_1058485.html" target="_hplink">Harvest Cake with Grapes and Sangiovese Syrup recipe</a></strong> This show-stopper of a cake is topped with grapes and baked with grape juice.
Concord Grape Jam
<strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/concord-grape-jam_n_1061354.html" target="_hplink">Concord Grape Jam recipe</a></strong> No peanut butter sandwich would be complete without dark purple concord grape jam. It's a delight for kids and adults alike.
Roasted Grape Mascarpone Pasta Sauce
<strong>Get the <a href="http://cookingontheweekends.com/2012/01/roasted-grape-mascarpone-pasta-sauce/" target="_hplink">Roasted Grape Mascarpone Pasta Sauce recipe</a> by Cooking on the Weekends</strong> While you may have never thought to add roasted grapes to a warm pasta dish, you'll be a quick convert once you give it a try.
Concord Grape Pie
<strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/concord-grape-pie_n_1057758.html" target="_hplink">Concord Grape Pie recipe</a></strong> This old-fashioned dessert is the perfect way to celebrate Concord grape season. Instead of pie crust, it's covered with a crumb topping.
Roasted Figs With Concord Grape Sauce
<strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/roasted-figs-with-concord_n_1059486.html" target="_hplink">Roasted Figs with Concord Grape Sauce recipe</a></strong> This sweet and savory dish can stand in for both a dessert and cheese course. It features warm fresh figs with brie cheese and Concord grape sauce.
Wine Grape Pie
<strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/wine-grape-pie-schiaccia_n_1062578.html" target="_hplink">Wine Grape Pie recipe</a></strong> Tuscans utilize grapes in many different ways -- not just for wine. Just look at this foccacia-like cake, studded with grapes.
Concord Grape Blueberry Snow Cone
<strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2011/10/27/concord-grape-blueberry-s_n_1058810.html" target="_hplink">Concord Grape Blueberry Snow Cone recipe</a></strong> These fun snow cones are a blend of concord grape juice and blueberries.
Creamy Grape Dessert
<strong>Get the <a href="http://www.skinnytaste.com/2010/07/creamy-grape-dessert.html" target="_hplink">Creamy Grape Dessert recipe</a> by Skinny Taste</strong> Greek yogurt and light cream cheese makes this healthy dessert feel rich and creamy.
Apple And Concord Grape Tart
<strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/04/17/apple-and-concord-grape-t_n_1431683.html" target="_hplink">Apple and Concord Grape Tart recipe</a></strong> There's nothing like a rustic tart to showcase the sweet flavors of roasted grapes and apples.
Concord Grape Marshmallows
<strong>Get the <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/02/29/concord-grape-marshmallow_n_1310888.html" target="_hplink">Concord Grape Marshmallows recipe</a></strong> These gorgeous purple marshmallows hold just the right amount of Concord grape flavor.
Rosemary Grape Focaccia
<strong>Get the <a href="http://www.vanilla-and-spice.com/2012/04/rosemary-grape-focaccia.html" target="_hplink">Rosemary Grape Focaccia recipe</a> by Vanilla & Spice</strong> We can't get enough of salty and sweet pairings -- and this focaccia recipe does it just right.
Grape And Olive Oil Muffins
<strong>Get the <a href="http://piesandplots.net/grape-and-olive-oil-muffins/" target="_hplink">Grape and Olive Oil Muffins recipe</a> by Pies and Plots</strong> With fresh grapes and heart-healthy olive oil, you can feel good about eating these muffins for breakfast.
Ice Cream With Roasted Grapes And Walnut Oil
<strong>Get the <a href="http://www.lanogalerablog.com/2012/08/ice-cream-with-roasted-grapes-walnut-oil.html" target="_hplink">Ice Cream with Roasted Grapes & Walnut Oil recipe</a> by La Nogalera</strong> Who needs sprinkles and nuts when you can have roasted grapes and pistachios to top your ice cream?
Rustic Champagne Grape Galette
<strong>Get the <a href="http://www.pepperlynn.com/2012/07/rustic-champagne-grape-galette/" target="_hplink">Rustic Champagne Grape Galette recipe</a> by Pepper Lynn</strong> Not only is this tart beautiful, but it's simple to put together and tastes great too.
Fresh Fruit Grape Popsicles
<strong>Get the <a href="http://www.momendeavors.com/2012/06/fruity-grape-popsicle.html" target="_hplink">Fresh Fruit Grape Popsicles recipe</a> by Mom Endeavors</strong> Quick and easy, these fruity popsicles are a great go-to snack on a hot summer day.
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Kitchen Daily | Posted: 08/06/2012 9:14 am Updated: 08/31/2012 10:48 am