Almond Stuffed Peaches

1. 1

   Peel and halve fresh peaches (or drain canned ones thoroughly).

2. 2

   Place cavity-side up in buttered baking dish. Combine almonds with sugar and orange rind.

3. 3

   Pile into peach cavities; sprinkle with a little more powdered sugar, then slowly pour sherry over all.

4. 4

   Bake uncovered at 350u00b0 for about 30 minutes (20 minutes for canned fruit), basting several times with sherry in bottom of dish.

5. 5

   Serve barely warm, garnished with slightly sweetened whipped cream flavored with 1/2 teaspoon almond extract. A magnificent dessert when fresh peaches are at their best. Yields 8 servings.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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