As December ushers in its chilly embrace, we find ourselves seeking warmth and comfort in the foods we eat. This month, I’ve decided to highlight a dish that perfectly encapsulates the cozy, heartwarming essence of the holiday season: Stuffed Peaches (Pesche Ripiene). This delightful dessert, rooted in Italian culinary tradition, offers a unique blend of sweet and nutty flavors, making it an ideal treat for December’s festive gatherings.
Here’s how to prepare this delightful dessert:
Ingredients:
- 6 large peaches, not very ripe
- 4 or 5 lady-finger biscuits
- 3 ounces granulated sugar
- 2 ounces sweet almonds, with 3 peach kernels
- 1/2 ounce candied fruit (angelica)
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to a moderate temperature.
- Cut the peaches in half and remove the stones. Slightly enlarge the cavity where the stone was with a knife.
- In a bowl, mix the peach pulp with skinned almonds. Grind the mixture finely along with 2 ounces of sugar.
- Add crumbled lady-fingers and diced candied fruits to the almond and peach mixture.
- Use this mixture to stuff the cavities of the peach halves. Arrange them in a baking tin with the stuffing facing up.
- Sprinkle the remaining sugar over the stuffed peaches.
- Bake in the oven until the peaches are tender and the top is slightly caramelized.
To complement this main dessert, here are four additional seasonal dishes to consider:
- Sabayon (Zabaione): A light, frothy dessert made with egg yolks, sugar, and Marsala wine.
- Lemon Pudding (Budino di Limone): A creamy, citrus-infused pudding that’s both refreshing and comforting.
- Potato Pudding (Budino di Patate): A savory pudding that blends the heartiness of potatoes with a hint of sweetness.
- Crisp Cake in Double Boiler (Croccante a Bagno Maria): A crunchy, nutty cake that’s a perfect finish to any meal.
Each of these dishes brings a touch of Italian flair to your table, offering a variety of flavors and textures to delight your palate. Enjoy the rich and diverse tastes of Italy this December!
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