Colorado peaches are an ephemeral thing, some years we have a late frost, so there are no peaches, or not enough rain or too much rain or whatever disaster is around. This year I’ve gone slightly mad over the delicious Colorado peaches that are available right now. The trick of course is to buy any entire box. That way you know that these delicate fruits have not been manhandled by an uncaring produce clerk. But then you realize that you have an entire box of peaches to peel! And need to figure out what to do with their deliciousness.
This bowl was blanched (dipped in boiling water for 10 seconds before plunging into an ice bath) and awaits peeling.
Ten jars of brandied peaches, little bits of summer sunshine to enjoy over cake or ice cream on a cold dark winter night.
One of the jars of peach jam. I had some on toast the other day and it was a delicious treat (okay, I did put a splash of brandy in here too). I did not photograph the sacks of peaches in the freezer or the peach barbeque sauce. Hmmm, maybe I need another box 😉
Years ago when I still lived in the DC area and I was in Colorado visiting my daughter, she offered me a Palisade peach. I had never had one before and was surprised at how delicious it was. I immediately ate a second one!