Cinnamon Poached Peaches -

Cinnamon Poached Peaches

Dessert

Fresh peaches in a thick cinnamon syrup.

About 50 minutes (plus 4 hrs chilling)

About 40 minutes

1Place a large, nonreactive saucepan over medium-high heat. Add water, sugar, lemon zest, lemon juice and the cinnamon stick. Bring to a simmer, stirring so the sugar dissolves.

2Add peaches, return to a simmer. Cover and simmer 20-25 minutes until tender, turning peaches every few minutes. Use a slotted spoon to place the peaches on a plate to cool.

3Bring liquid to a boil and cook 10-12 minutes. Take off heat, add basil and set aside to cool.
4Skin peaches, place in plastic container. Strain syrup, pour over peaches and cover. Refrigerate at least 4 hours and serve.

Serving Size: 1/6 of dish

Amount Per Serving:

Recipe Category: Dessert

Recipe Subcategory: Miscellaneous

Recipe Ethnicity: N/A

Dietetic Info:

Vegetarian/Allergen Info: N/A

NOTE: Glycemic Index Scale: Low=0-55, Medium=56-69, High=70 or greater.