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Peaches ~ A Summertime Chin-Drippin’ Favorite

Although there’s nothing like biting into a fresh, juicy, peach, there are so many delicious ways to enjoy them from breakfast to cocktails, condiments and desserts, and everything in between!

Selecting and Storing 

Whether you’re picking your own peaches or purchasing at a farmer’s market or local supermarket, choose peaches with firm, fuzzy skins that yield to gentle pressure when ripe. Ripe peaches are best eaten right away, but can be stored for a few days in the refrigerator. Placing in the refrigerator will slow down the ripening process and prevent the peaches from spoiling too quickly. 

Ripening

Peaches that are almost ripe can be placed stem down in direct sunlight, and will ripen within a day or two. The paper bag ripening method is best for peaches that will take slightly longer to ripen:

  • Place peaches stem down in a single layer in the paper bag, allowing some space in between
  • Loosely close the bag to trap the ethylene gas and encourage ripening and leave on the kitchen counter at room temperature
  • Check after 24 hours to be sure fruit doesn't over ripen

Canning and Freezing

Enjoy those delicious juicy peaches all year with either one of these food preservation methods. Savor the sweet taste of summer!

“Peachy” Recipes

Peach Salsa

August 4, 2023
INGREDIENTS 2-3 large ripe peaches, diced (about 2 cups) 2 large tomatoes, diced (about 2 cups) 1 red bell pepper, seeded and finely diced 1 fresh jalapeño, seeded and diced 1 clove garlic, minced ½ cup finely diced onion Juice of 1 lime ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro Sea salt to taste Freshly ground black pepper to taste INSTRUCTIONS In a medium bowl, mix together the peaches, tomatoes, bell pepper, jalapeño, garlic, onion, cilantro, lime juice, salt and pepper Season to taste and chill until ready to use Serves 6

Summer Fruit Collins

May 18, 2022
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Sweet, spicy and fresh - serve with tortilla chips as an appetizer or spoon over fish, pork or chicken. 

Fresh peaches along with other summer fruit and fresh basil pair with a citrusy, sparkling malt beverage for a delicious and refreshing cocktail to help beat the heat!

Grilled Peach Burrata Salad

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Here’s an easy summer salad, courtesy of Farm Flavor that is juicy, creamy, sweet and salty. It pairs juicy grilled peaches with soft, creamy Burrata cheese that is then drizzled with honey and topped with a sprinkling of chopped pistachios. Yum! 

Creamy Summer Fruit Pizzas

A big thanks to American Dairy Association Mideast for this fruity, creamy and uniquely delicious personal size pizza that's topped with fresh peaches, blackberries, basil and drizzled with a balsamic reduction. Enjoy with a glass of Sauvignon Blanc.

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Curried Red Quinoa Peach Salad

Courtesy of Oldways, www.oldwayspt.org for this delicious whole grain and fresh peach salad that’s loaded with protein!

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Peaches and Cream Freezer Pie

Cool down with this easy, summertime dessert topped with a decadent almond brittle courtesy of Farm Flavor.

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