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These delectable treats can be kept in the freezer for up to one month. They're great to have on hand for snacks or for serving to unexpected company.

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less.

At the restaurant Antico Martini in Venice, Italy, they include the scallop coral-or roe-in the dish and use fresh porcini when in season.

Active time: 45 minutes Start to finish: 5 hours

So quick, so easy and so good.

Active time: 10 min Start to finish: 40 min

Softer than most, this version of the flavored dessert ice is spooned rather than scraped into dishes; they should be well chilled.

This gelée contains a fair amount of rosé wine, so you may want to steer children toward the playing card cookies and other desserts. Active time: 15 min Start to finish: 10 hr

Can be prepared in 45 minutes or less but requires additional unattended time.

Juicy peaches, crushed cookies and vanilla ice cream spiked with brandy and amaretto add up to a perfect summer treat.