BOURBON-POACHED PEACHES

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Summer's sweetest fruit is perfect when you simmer it in a heady bourbon syrup and pack it into jars. Spoon these peaches and syrup over vanilla ice cream, sweetened sour cream, waffles, or pancakes. Download the label.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Time 2h30m

Yield Makes five 12-ounce jars

Number Of Ingredients 4

4 pounds peaches (about 12)
2 1/2 cups sugar
2 vanilla beans, split and scraped, pods reserved
1 cup bourbon

Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Meanwhile, prepare an ice-water bath. Cut a small X into the bottom of each peach. Boil peaches for 1 minute.
  • Transfer to ice-water bath. Let cool slightly. Peel and pit peaches, and cut into 3/4-inch-thick wedges.
  • Bring 4 cups water, the sugar, and vanilla seeds and pods to a boil in a large saucepan, stirring until sugar dissolves. Add peaches and bourbon. Simmer until peaches are tender but still hold their shape, 5 to 7 minutes.
  • Transfer peaches to a large bowl using a slotted spoon. Cook syrup over mediumheat until reduced by half, about 15 minutes. Pour over peaches. Let cool completely.
  • Divide peaches among five 12-ounce sterilized jars using a slotted spoon. (Jars can be sterilized by boiling in water, submerged, for 10 minutes.) Pour syrup over tops. Add vanilla pods to jars if desired. Seal jars, and refrigerate until ready to use.

Wanaja Supramaniyam
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These peaches are the perfect summer dessert. They're so easy to make and they're always a hit with my family and friends.


Pretty Chinzy
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I'm always looking for new ways to use peaches. This recipe is a great way to change things up.


kaynan kaynan
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These peaches are the perfect balance of sweet and tart. I can't get enough of them!


Guela Trucker
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I love how easy this recipe is to make. It's perfect for a weeknight dessert.


Bikram Shankar
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These peaches are amazing! I will definitely be making them again.


Shariful
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's the perfect way to use up summer peaches.


Alayna Jade Woollett
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These peaches are the perfect summer dessert. They're light, refreshing, and delicious. I can't wait to make them again.


Vincent Yuriar
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I love the combination of bourbon and peaches. It's a classic flavor combination that never disappoints.


gulki sunat
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These peaches are a great way to impress your guests. They're easy to make and always a crowd-pleaser.


ADJEI DANIEL
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I've made this recipe several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and the peaches always turn out perfectly.


Akash Baral
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These peaches are the perfect summer dessert. They're light, refreshing, and delicious.


Evan Malcolm
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. You can serve the peaches with ice cream, yogurt, or even just on their own.


Baby Banny
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These peaches are a great way to use up summer fruit. They're also a great make-ahead dessert.


Kylee Mckinney
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I'm not a huge fan of bourbon, but I really enjoyed these peaches. The flavor was subtle and not overpowering.


Luckyrachielle24
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These peaches are the perfect balance of sweet and tart. I love the way the bourbon adds a little bit of complexity to the flavor.


Bruce Consultant
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I've never poached fruit before, but this recipe made it so easy. The peaches turned out so tender and juicy.


Calvin Kioni
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I made these peaches for a party and they were a huge success. Everyone loved them!


Ricardo Esquivel
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The bourbon flavor really shines through in these peaches. I loved the combination of sweet and boozy. I will definitely be making these again.


Laite Muloilagi
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These peaches were a hit! They were so easy to make and turned out perfectly. I served them with vanilla ice cream and they were the perfect summer dessert.