Frozen Peach and Amaretti Souffles

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   Combine 3 pounds peaches, 1/2 cup sugar and brandy in heavy large saucepan.

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   Simmer over medium heat until peaches are juicy and tender, stirring occasionally, about 5 minutes.

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   Transfer to processor and puree until smooth.

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   Set aside 2 1/4 cups peach puree; cool (reserve any remaining puree for another use).

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   Cut eight 14 x 6-inch foil strips.

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   Fold each in half lengthwise.

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   Wrap 1 foil strip tightly around each of eight 2/3-cup souffle dishes, forming collars that extend from base of dish to above rim.

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   Fold and crimp ends tightly to secure.

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   Whisk yolks, corn syrup and remaining 1 cup sugar in large metal bowl to blend.

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    Set bowl over saucepan of simmering water (do not allow bottom of bowl to touch water).

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    Using handheld electric mixer, beat constantly until thermometer inserted into mixture registers 160F, about 7 minutes.

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    Remove bowl from over water.

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    Continue to beat mixture until cool and thick, about 5 minutes.

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    Beat cream and vanilla in another large bowl until soft peaks form.

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    Add amaretto and beat until stiff peaks form.

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    Fold peach puree into cream mixture in 3 additions.

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    Gently fold in yolk mixture and 6 tablespoons crushed cookies.

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    Divide mixture equally among prepared souffle dishes (mixture will extend above rim of dishes).

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    Sprinkle tops with remaining crushed cookies.

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    Cover with plastic; freeze overnight and up to 3 days.

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    Carefully remove foil from souffles.

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    Top souffles with berries and peach slices, if desired, and serve immediately.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.