BALSAMIC PEACHES WITH CRèME FRAîCHE

Balsamic Peaches with Crème Fraîche image

Provided by C G

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 fresh peaches, cut in half and pitted (white peaches are my favorite or you can sub nectarine or apricots)
1/2 c dark balsamic vinegar
1/4 c freshly squeezed orange juice (save some of the orange zest for garnish, if desired)
1 Tbsp honey, warmed gently so that it is easier to stir
6 Tbsp crème fraîche or homemade whipped cream (please, no cool whip)

Steps:

1. Place peaches, cut-side up, in a large casserole dish
2. In a non-reactive prep bowl, whisk together the dark balsamic vinegar, orange juice, and honey. Pour over peaches and set aside to absorb for 15 minutes.
3. In a large sauté pan over medium-high heat, place peaches, cut-side down, along with the marinade. Cook about 3 minutes, or until slightly softened. If the peaches look like they may start to burn, lower heat. Transfer a peach half to each serving dish, add a dollop of crème fraîche, garnish of orange zest if desired and drizzle marinade from the pan over and around.