[Photograph: Kumiko Mitarai]

I'm close to making this the official Summer of the Stone Fruit. Peaches, plums, and nectarines have all been awesome, and I'll definitely want to extend their presence in my life as long as possible.

The best way to do that is by making preserves. These 5 recipes are guaranteed to make you think of summer, all winter long.

The Recipes

Bourbon Peach Jam
Peach Melba Jam
Peach-Mango-Ginger Freezer Jam
Whiskey Peach Sauce
Plum Conserve