SLOW COOKER AMARETTO-POACHED PEACHES

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The slow cooker doesn't have to be for all-day projects. This simple dessert is easy to assemble right before a dinner party, and the tender, boozy peaches will be ready to serve by the time you're ready for dessert.

Provided by Anna Stockwell

Categories     Peach     Dessert     Slow Cooker     Summer     Basil     Ice Cream

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 peaches (about 2 pounds), pitted, thinly sliced
4 strips lemon zest (from 1 lemon)
3/4 cup amaretto
1/4 cup honey
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Vanilla ice cream (for serving)
1/2 cup basil leaves, torn if large
Special Equipment
A (4-quart) slow cooker

Steps:

  • Toss peaches, lemon zest, amaretto, honey, salt, red pepper flakes, and 1 cup hot water in slow cooker. Cover and cook on high until peaches are tender when pierced with a fork, about 1 hour. Keep warm until ready to serve.
  • Serve peaches and sauce over ice cream and top with basil.

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