Grilled Peaches with Caramelized Brandy Pecan Sauce

Name: Grilled Peaches with Caramelized Brandy Pecan Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons unsalted butter or nonhydrogenated butter substitute; 3/4 cup pecan halves; 1/3 cup amber agave nectar; 3 tablespoons heavy cream or soy creamer; 2 tablespoons brandy; 1 tablespoon amaretto (optional); 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter or nonhydrogenated butter substitute, melted; 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon; 4 large ripe but firm peaches, cut in half and pitted; Sinfully Rich Vanilla Bean Ice Cream (page 82), Soy Vanilla Ice Cream (page 83), or Skinny Vanilla Bean Frozen Yogurt (page 83)

Servings: persons

3 tablespoons unsalted butter or nonhydrogenated butter substitute
3/4 cup pecan halves
1/3 cup amber agave nectar
3 tablespoons heavy cream or soy creamer
2 tablespoons brandy
1 tablespoon amaretto (optional)
1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
2 tablespoons unsalted butter or nonhydrogenated butter substitute, melted
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
4 large ripe but firm peaches, cut in half and pitted
Sinfully Rich Vanilla Bean Ice Cream (page 82), Soy Vanilla Ice Cream (page 83), or Skinny Vanilla Bean Frozen Yogurt (page 83)

1
Prepare the sauce by melting the butter in a saucepan.
2
Add the pecans and saute over medium heat for about 3 to 4 minutes, until lightly toasted and fragrant.
3
Add the agave nectar, cream, brandy, amaretto (if using), and nutmeg.
4
Stir and simmer until just slightly thickened, 1 to 2 minutes.
5
If necessary, the sauce can be reheated prior to serving.
6
To grill the peaches, preheat the grill or grill pan.
7
Make sure your grill is very clean and hot.
8
Mix the butter and cinnamon together in a bowl.
9
Brush each peach half on both sides with a bit of the melted butter mixture.
10
Grill the peaches with cut-side down first, until slightly scorched by the grill on each side.
11
Do not overcook or they will be mushy.
12
To serve, place 2 peach halves on each serving plate and spoon some hot pecan sauce over them.
13
Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or frozen yogurt.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 tablespoons unsalted butter or nonhydrogenated butter substitute, 3/4 cup pecan halves, 1/3 cup amber agave nectar, 3 tablespoons heavy cream or soy creamer, and more.

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Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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