When I eat ripe peaches or nectarines typically I’m leaning over the sink as the juices run off my chin. There are other ways to eat peaches and in this recipe inspired by a preparation from southern Italy the peaches are marinated in red wine. At first blush it doesn’t sound like it would work, […]
Apricots, Nectarines, Peaches Make “Moon of the Faithful” Syrup for Crêpes
August 8, 2017 by Leave a Comment
This Sicilian sweet syrup is part of what is known folklorically as being part of cucina arabo-sicula, the cooking influenced by the long ago Arab presence in Sicily. In some Muslim countries, the apricot is known as the “moon of the faithful.” The apricot belongs in the same family as the peach and nectarine, all […]
Peaches Arrive For Our June Desserts
May 31, 2017 by Leave a Comment
Local peaches and nectarines, two of my favorite fruit, arrived at many farmers markets in the past couple of weeks and they will be at their peak of season for the next few months. I’m lucky I can even get a peach prepared for a dessert as I tend to eat them while bent over […]
Best Summer Twist on Peaches
July 7, 2015 by Leave a Comment
Peaches and nectarines are my two favorite fruit about this time of year. Usually I’m not even able to get them into a bowl after their washing as I eat them dripping juice over the sink. But should you manage to think summertime dessert this Sicilian-inspired peach rendition is wonderful. This rich creamy sauce for […]
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