SUMMER COLD PEACH SOUP

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I found this great recipe in the "Metropolitan" which is a magazine featuring the best in the Eastern Shore Living. The recipe was provided by Doug Smith. This is outstanding when using overripe peaches! For a beautiful presentation, garnish with fresh blackberries or blueberries. Special notes: I pour just a small amount of diet 7-up over my sliced peaches to prevent discoloration. This does not affect the taste. Prep time does not include your chill time. This is a heavenly taste delight - especially on a warm summer day!

Provided by Debaylady

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 35m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 1/2 cups cold water
4 cloves, whole
2 cinnamon sticks, broken
3 drops red food coloring
3/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/2 cup water
2 cups dry white wine
3 lbs peaches, ripe, peeled, pitted, and sliced

Steps:

  • Pour a small amount of diet 7-up over sliced peaches and toss to coat. Take a slotted spoon, remove and reserve 2 cups of peaches. Again, use the slotted spoon to place the remainer in a blender or food processor. Puree. Place all peaches in the refrigerator to chill.
  • In a medium saucepan, add the 1.5 cups cold water, sugar, cloves, and cinnamon sticks. Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 8 minutes.
  • While spice mixture is simmering, combine the cornstarch with the 1/2 cup water. Stir well to completely dissolve cornstarch; set aside.
  • After the spices have simmered 8 minutes, stir in the dissolved cornstarch. Bring to a second boil, stirring constantly. Then remove from the heat.
  • Stir in the white wine. Remove cloves and cinnamon sticks.
  • Add food coloring and stir. Refrigerate.
  • When ready to serve, add all peaches and gently stir to blend together the liquid and the fruit.
  • Garnish the chilled soup/ peach mixture with berries and a sprig of mint.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260.6, Fat 0.6, Sodium 5.7, Carbohydrate 51.2, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 44.8, Protein 2.1

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