Best Stewed Peaches Recipes

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SLOW COOKER AMARETTO-POACHED PEACHES



Slow Cooker Amaretto-Poached Peaches image

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.

CARAMELIZED SKILLET PEACHES



Caramelized Skillet Peaches image

Deliciously caramelized and juicy peaches with a hint of cinnamon and bourbon (or rum) make the dreamiest ice cream topping. Martha made this recipe on Martha Bakes episode 505.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Dessert & Treats Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 peaches, halved, pitted, and sliced into 1/2-inch-thick wedges
Juice of 1/2 lemon
1/4 teaspoon coarse salt
Pinch of ground cinnamon
4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) unsalted butter
1/4 cup packed light-brown sugar
2 tablespoons bourbon or dark rum (optional)
Vanilla ice cream (optional)

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, toss together peaches, lemon juice, salt, and cinnamon; set aside.
  • Melt butter and sugar in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add peach mixture and cook, stirring occasionally, until caramelized, about 5 minutes. If using bourbon or rum, add to skillet, and cook until reduced, about 1 minute.
  • Serve immediately over ice cream, if desired.

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