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Savoury dishes featuring peaches

We're peachy keen on stone fruits this summer and with peaches in season until April, now is the time to make the most of this velvety fruit.
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Peach galette

Peach galette

Thin, crisp pastry topped with succulent fresh peaches and apricot jam makes for a delectable dessert.
Peach Melba

Peach Melba

It's as peachy delicious as its name and pedigree would suggest.
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peach pavlova

20 easy desserts with fresh peaches

We're peachy keen on stone fruits this summer and with peaches in season until April, now is the time to make the most of this velvety fruit. So forget using the tinned variety, we've gathered together our favourite desserts that call for only the freshest peaches. From a classic peach melba to sensational tarts and gorgeous pavlovas, these sweet and easy recipes are the perfect way to finish off your meal.
peach and nectarine tart

Sensational stone fruit desserts for summer

With summer well and truly upon us, it's time to crack into the season's extraordinary fruit offerings. We've rounded up our best desserts using only the freshest stone fruits that are perfect for satisfying that sweet tooth. From tantalising tarts to cherry cheesecakes and beautiful baked peaches, there's something to complete any summer entertaining menu. For those who want to treat themselves without the guilt, we've even included a sugar-free option. Simply divine!
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Spiced banana and peach slice

Spiced banana and peach slice

We love making sweet slices because they're so versatile, and one of our favourite combinations is sweet banana and juicy peaches. Finish it off with a zesty lemon glaze for maximum flavour.
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Peach melba cakes

These summery peach melba cakes are the perfect dessert for the warmer nights - creamy, fruity cakes drizzled in a divine raspberry sauce!
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Summer fruit cake

Summer fruit cake

Fresh and fruity - this watermelon cake is the perfect summer dessert! Layered with fresh fruit and served with creamy ice-cream, this cake is a little slice of summer-heaven!
Jam and peach donut puddings

Jam and peach donut puddings

These sweet and sugary jam and peach donut puddings are the ultimate sweet treat for morning or afternoon tea! Easy to prepare and so delicious!
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Peach and spiced rum iced tea

Peach and spiced rum iced tea

Cool down on a hot Summer day with this refreshing peach and spiced rum iced tea - a delightfully uplifting and tasty beverage for the adults.

20 tinned peaches recipes you’ll love

Who hasn't got a tin of peaches hidden at the back of their pantry? Because you should: cakes, slices and crumbles using tinned peaches are quick, delicious and easy on the pocket. Better yet, some of these gorgeous recipes use less than six ingredients, and make great use of even more shortcuts like ready-made pastry and store-bought tart cases. Dessert just got a whole lot simpler!
Grilled peaches with cinnamon yoghurt

Grilled peaches with cinnamon yoghurt

Not suitable to freeze or microwave. Palm sugar is more commonly used to sweeten Asian dishes. It is a wonderfully caramel flavoured sweetener which has the added bonus of being high in minerals with a low GI. It can also be used grated over porridge, bircher muesli or to sweeten rice pudding. Palm sugar is […]
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Peach and rose frangipane tart

Peach and rose frangipane tart

Indulge in a baked, fruity treat with this peace and rose frangipane tart. Drizzle with honey to serve and enjoy the peach slices and almond undertones.
Mince pies three ways

Mince pies three ways

Unleash your creativity whipping up these minced fruit and nut pies with a brandy kick. They can be shaped into stars, snowflakes or topped with sweet meringue to offer something for everyone at your next special social gathering.
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Poached Summer Fruit

Poached summer fruit

Create the base of your next standout summer dessert or pie filling, with this classic combination of nectarines, peaches or apricots poached in sweet syrup.
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CARAMELISED PEACHES WITH COCONUT

Caramelised peaches with coconut

These peaches, cooked to soft perfection and drizzled with sweet and zesty syrup, become a dream dessert once partnered with coconut ice cream.
Cranberry and peach sunrise

Cranberry and peach sunrise

Fruity refreshers have never looked or tasted so good with such ease. With only three ingredients it's the perfect drink to enjoy in the hot Summer sun.
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Lavender-scented custard with poached fruit

Lavender-scented custard with poached fruit

Not suitable to freeze or microwave. You could use 8 fresh plums in place of the peaches, if preferred. You can use the remaining syrup as a base for summer drinks or punches, or reuse it to poach more fruit. Note
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peach bircher muesli

Peach bircher muesli

For just a few moments of preparation the evening before, you'll be rewarded with this delicious peach bircher muesli and a great start the following day. We think you'll thank us in the morning.
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peach and nectarine trifle

Peach and nectarine trifle

You could use apricots as well or instead of either fruit for this divine peach and nectarine trifle. As a rule of thumb, just go with whatever is best in season.
almond panettone with honey-grilled peaches

Almond panettone with honey-grilled peaches

Panettone, a sweet Italian loaf, has been brilliantly re-purposed for this decadent dessert dish. Spread with almond topping, the baked panettone slices are gorgeous soaked in peachy juices.
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chicken and peach salad

Chicken and peach salad

Sometimes you need a recipe for something quick, healthy and the perfect size for one, and this chicken and peach salad offers all that plus fresh and delicious flavours.
Peach and almond tarts

Peach and almond tarts

Sweet, juicy peaches are beautiful served atop this golden, crumbly almond tart. Sprinkle with some icing sugar for a quick and tasty baked dessert.
BELLINI GRANITA

Bellini granita

Sparkling wine and fresh peaches are combined to make this decadent summer dessert.
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peach chutney

Peach chutney

Home made chutneys and relishes offer the kind of flavour and custom spicing that the mass producers can only dream of.
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LAVENDER-SCENTED CUSTARD WITH POACHED PEACHES

Lavender-scented custard with poached peaches

This is a delightful dessert to present to guests at the end of a special dinner. You could make a simple syrup by adding rosewater to the cooking water and use it in place of the custard if you prefer.
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Pork with sweet and sour peaches

Pork with sweet and sour peaches

Sweet and sour are two flavours considered essential by the Chinese for a well-balanced meal. You can marry sweet and sour sauce with anything from beef to seafood, but pork with sweet and sour peaches is a particularly harmonious combination.
spiced stone fruit strudel

Spiced stone fruit strudel

The strudel is a classic German sweet pastry dish. We've been a little creative here and instead of using apples, we've used peaches and nectarines. You'll love the result.
caramelised peaches

Caramelised peaches

Spiced yoghurt adds perfumed creaminess to these peaches caramelised in brown sugar. Caramelising the peaches deepens their natural flavour.
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peach and raspberry purée

Peach and raspberry puree

Suitable from 6 months Use ripe peaches for this puree, as under-ripe fruit will give a sour taste. Store, covered, in the fridge for up to 1 day. Puree is suitable to freeze, in 1-tablespoon portions in ice-cube trays, covered, for up to 1 month. Note
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panettone toast with peaches and blueberries

Panettone toast with peaches and blueberries

Serve with ice-cream instead of yogurt for a quick dessert. If possible, choose freestone peaches (or nectarines) rather than the clingstone variety. You can use any seasonal fruit for this recipe.
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Peach and raspberry juice

Peach and raspberry juice

Refreshing and full of flavour, this peach and raspberry juice is also pretty good spiked with a dash of vodka or white rum.
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peach jalousie

Peach jalousie

Nectarines, apricots or berries would be delicious in place of the peaches. serving suggestion Serve with thick (double) cream. Note
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peach melba

Peach Melba

A cheesecake pan is similar to a texas muffin pan, only the base is removable. Note
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peach, prosciutto and mozzarella salad

Peach, prosciutto and mozzarella salad

This simple salad will be all the better for using a good quality aged balsamic vinegar in the dressing. The flavour will be more intense and the consistency more syrupy than those of younger balsamic vinegars. Note
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peach and ginger chutney

Peach and ginger chutney

Depending on the ripeness of the peaches, peel them using a vegetable peeler or, blanch them by cutting a small cross in the base of each peach; cover with boiling water in a heatproof bowl. Stand 5 minutes, then transfer peaches to a bowl of iced water. Using fingers or a small knife, carefully remove […]
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RICOTTA CAKES    WITH HONEYandamp;roastedPeaches

Ricotta cakes with honey and roasted peaches

To tell if a peach is ripe, look around the stem of the peach, the absence of green skin plus a strong peach aroma indicates ripeness. If the skin is slightly green, it is not ripe. If peach stones are difficult to remove, leave them during roasting, they will come out more easily after cooking. […]
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PICKLED PEACHES

Pickled peaches

Pickling spice is a mixture of mustard seeds, black peppercorns, dill seeds, allspice and bay leaves. It is available from the spice section in most supermarkets. Note
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