BUTTER-POACHED STONE FRUIT
Stone fruit is summer in your hand. To me, there isn't a better unmessed-with food than a good, ripe peach. Still, stone fruit can be fun to play around with, and a recipe for one kind is a recipe for almost all. Peaches, nectarines, apricots, plums, mangoes and cherries all respond similarly to sautéing, poaching, macerating, grilling, roasting and drying. And once cooked, stone fruit goes with just about everything. The length of cooking time will vary, depending mostly on the quality and ripeness of the fruit. Peel it if you like, or leave the skin on to retain texture and extra flavor. (Peeled fruit will cook through faster.) To peel, plunge fruit into boiling water for 10 to 20 seconds to loosen the skin, then slip it off. When you pit the fruit - and you will need to remove the stones for each of these recipes - do so over a bowl to catch the juice, and use it instead of water where needed.
Provided by Mark Bittman
Categories condiments
Time 30m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Combine 2 1/2 cups sugar, 5 cups water, 1 stick butter and the seeds of 1 vanilla bean in a saucepan; bring to a boil.
- Add 1 1/2 pounds halved fruit, reduce heat and cook until tender, 10 to 15 minutes.
- Remove fruit from liquid. Cool slightly and serve.
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Laila Brown
[email protected]This is a great recipe for using up summer fruit. I had a bunch of ripe peaches and apricots, and this was a great way to use them. The fruit was perfectly poached and the sauce was flavorful and not too sweet.
linda creech
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy dessert. The fruit is poached in butter and honey, which gives it a lovely caramelized flavor. I served it with a dollop of whipped cream, and it was perfect.
Palash Khan
[email protected]I made this recipe for a brunch party and it was a big hit. The fruit was perfectly poached and the sauce was delicious. I served it with a variety of toppings, including yogurt, granola, and fresh berries.
Theresa Gann
[email protected]This is a simple but delicious recipe. The fruit is poached in butter and honey, which gives it a lovely caramelized flavor. I served it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, and it was perfect.
Ethan Harlan
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to showcase seasonal fruit. I used a variety of stone fruits, including peaches, apricots, and plums. The fruit was perfectly poached and the sauce was flavorful and not too sweet.
Bandana Chapagain
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The fruit is always perfectly poached and the sauce is delicious. I love serving it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or dollop of whipped cream.
Akmal Baloch
[email protected]This is a great recipe for using up summer fruit. I had a bunch of ripe peaches and apricots, and this was a great way to use them. The fruit was perfectly poached and the sauce was flavorful and not too sweet.
Jauzy Kulczyk
[email protected]This was a delicious and elegant dessert. I made it for a dinner party and it was a big hit. The stone fruits were perfectly poached and the sauce was divine. I will definitely be making this again.
Kristjan Leka
[email protected]I love the combination of stone fruits in this recipe. The different flavors and textures complement each other perfectly. I also appreciate that the recipe is not too sweet. It's a great balance of flavors.
MiSsh NeHa
[email protected]This is a great recipe for a quick and easy dessert. The poaching liquid is simple to make and the fruit cooks quickly. I served it with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, and it was a hit!
Treysean Fenty
[email protected]I was skeptical about poaching fruit in butter, but I'm so glad I tried it. The butter adds a richness and depth of flavor that you just can't get from water. I will definitely be making this again.
sinazo mnxeba
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! It's so easy to make and the results are always impressive. I've made it with a variety of stone fruits, and they all turn out perfectly.
Emma Kirkbride
[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of poached fruit, but this recipe changed my mind. The butter and honey created a rich, caramelized sauce that was simply irresistible. I'll definitely be making this again.
SADBOY-TAJ
[email protected]This was a delightful summer dessert! The stone fruits were perfectly poached in butter, and the addition of honey and vanilla bean added a lovely depth of flavor. I served it with a dollop of whipped cream, and it was absolutely divine.