Peaches in Red Wine
Indulge in the elegance of *Peaches in Red Wine*, a simple yet sophisticated dessert that celebrates the juicy sweetness of ripe peaches paired with the bold, fruity richness of dry red wine. Perfectly poached in a fragrant blend of wine, sugar, cinnamon, and lemon zest, the peaches take on a luscious, melt-in-your-mouth tenderness. The dish is finished with a drizzle of silky red wine syrup, infused with vanilla, for a refined depth of flavor. Quick to prepare and irresistibly vibrant, this chilled treat is ideal for summer evenings or an effortlessly chic dinner party dessert. Serve it on its own or with a scoop of creamy vanilla ice cream for a decadent pairing. With minimal effort and maximum flavor, this recipe is proof that simplicity can be stunning.
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Ingredients
- 4 large Peaches
- 500 ml Red wine (dry, such as Merlot or Cabernet Sauvignon)
- 100 g Granulated sugar
- 1 whole Cinnamon stick
- 1 strip Lemon zest
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 250 ml Water
- 4 leaves Mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
1. Start by blanching the peaches to make peeling easier. Bring a pot of water to a boil and prepare an ice bath in a large bowl.
Step 2
2. Cut a small 'X' on the bottom of each peach with a paring knife. Submerge the peaches in the boiling water for 30 seconds, then immediately transfer them to the ice bath.
Step 3
3. Once cooled, peel the peaches starting from the 'X'. Slice the peaches in half, remove the pits, and cut each half into wedges.
Step 4
4. In a medium saucepan, combine the red wine, sugar, water, cinnamon stick, and lemon zest. Stir to dissolve the sugar and bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat.
Step 5
5. Reduce the heat to a simmer and add the peach wedges to the wine mixture. Let them poach gently for about 10 minutes, or until the peaches are tender but not falling apart.
Step 6
6. Remove the peaches with a slotted spoon and place them in a serving dish. Continue simmering the wine mixture for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until it reduces slightly and thickens into a syrup.
Step 7
7. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Allow the syrup to cool slightly.
Step 8
8. Pour the syrup over the peaches and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld.
Step 9
9. Before serving, garnish with fresh mint leaves if desired. Serve chilled as it is or alongside vanilla ice cream.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1768.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1177.8 |
| Total Fat 2.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 32.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 202.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 182.0g | |
| Protein 6.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 149.2mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2381.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories