Pickled Peaches

Name: Pickled Peaches
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 12 servings.
Ingredients: 6 cinnamon sticks (3 inches); 24 whole peppercorns; 18 whole cloves; 2 teaspoons thinly sliced fresh gingerroot; 12 medium peaches, peeled, pitted and quartered; 3 cups sugar; 1 cup white vinegar; 1 cup water

TOTAL TIME: Prep: 20 min. Process: 15 min. YIELD: 12 servings.

Fresh peach quarters soaked in vinegar, sugar and warm spices are a classic southern treat. Serve with ice cream, pound cake, roasted meat and veggies, or mix into your favorite salad greens.—Nick Iverson, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Ingredients

6 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)
24 whole peppercorns
18 whole cloves
2 teaspoons thinly sliced fresh gingerroot
12 medium peaches, peeled, pitted and quartered
3 cups sugar
1 cup white vinegar
1 cup water

Directions

1. Divide cinnamon sticks, peppercorns, cloves and ginger slices among 6 hot pint jars; add peaches.
2. In a large saucepan, bring sugar, vinegar and water to a boil. Carefully ladle hot liquid over peaches, leaving 1/2-in. headspace. Remove air bubbles and adjust headspace, if necessary, by adding hot mixture. Wipe rims. Center lids on jars; screw on bands until fingertip tight.
3. Place jars into canner with simmering water, ensuring that they are completely covered with water. Bring to a boil; process for 15 minutes. Remove jars and cool.

Nutrition Facts

4 pieces: 78 calories, 0 fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 0 sodium, 19g carbohydrate (17g sugars, 2g fiber), 1g protein.

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