Peaches in Sauternes is a classic French dessert, beloved for its elegant yet simple flavors. This dish is comprised of fresh peaches poached in a flavorful Sauternes wine syrup, resulting in a divine combination of sweet, tart, and fruity notes. The succulent peaches are complemented by the rich and honeyed characteristics of the Sauternes wine, creating a harmonious and delectable dessert experience. Whether you’re a seasoned chef or a home cook looking to impress your guests, this recipe is sure to leave a lasting impression.
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PEACHES IN SAUTERNES
Sweet Sauternes wine adds complexity to fresh summer peaches.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Combine sugar, lemon peel, and vanilla bean with 3 cups cold water in a medium saucepan. Cook over medium-high heat, covered, until sugar is completely dissolved, 8 to 10 minutes. Uncover, and cook for 2 minutes more. Remove from heat, and let stand about 10 minutes. Stir in Sauternes, and set aside.
- Place peaches in a large pan of boiling water for 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer to an ice-water bath with a slotted spoon. Peel peaches, place in a canning jar or serving bowl, and pour Sauternes syrup over. Drape cheesecloth over peaches to keep them submerged, and set aside until cool. Leave cheesecloth in place, cover with plastic wrap, and refrigerate overnight, turning occasionally to keep peaches from browning.
PEACHES IN SAUTERNES
Steps:
- Bring a pot of water to a boil and immerse the peaches in the water for 1 to 2 minutes, until the skins are loose. Remove the peaches with a slotted spoon and place them in a bowl of cold water to stop the cooking. Peel the peaches and then slice them off the pit in wedges into a bowl. Stir in the sugar, Sauternes, and Grand Marnier. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight. Serve cool but not cold.
PEACHES IN SAUTERNES
Easy but elegant way to serve juicy, ripe summer peaches, from Ina Garten. If you are unable to get your hands on a nice Sauternes, substitute with another good quality sweet white dessert wine. But, do not confuse Sauternes with Sauterne--it is an entirely different animal, the former being a sweet French dessert wine, the latter being a dry to semisweet wine made in the States.
Provided by GaylaJ
Categories Dessert
Time 2h20m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Bring a pot of water to a boil and immerse the peaches for a minute or two, until the skins come off easily; remove them with a slotted spoon and place them in a bowl of cold water to stop the cooking. (My peaches probably weren't peeled as prettily as Ina's, but I just skipped this process and went ahead and peeled them.).
- Peel the peaches, then slice into wedges off the pit and into a bowl.
- Stir in the sugar, Sauternes, and orange liqueur.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight.
- Serve cool, but not cold.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 93.9, Fat 0.4, Carbohydrate 23.5, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 21.8, Protein 1.3
SAUTERNES AND FROZEN STONE FRUIT
Cubes of juicy peach and apricots, doused with peach nectar and frozen in an ice tray, punctuate chilled Sauternes, a full-bodied dessert wine from western France. The liquid plumps up the fruit, which descends to the bottom of the glass as the cubes melt.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Pit and cut peach and apricots into 1/4-inch dice. Divide fruit evenly among 16 sections of an ice cube tray. Add 1 teaspoon peach nectar to each section (just enough to cover fruit). Freeze, about 6 hours.
- Put 4 fruit cubes into each of 4 chilled wine glasses. Pour 1/4 cup chilled Sauternes into each glass. Let stand 5 minutes.
FRESH PEACHES IN SAUTERNES SOAK WITH ANGELICA AND LAVENDER
This is a wonderful, light summery dessert, which never fails to please my guests, as well as my family and friends! Fresh peaches are soaked in sweet Sauternes with angelica leaves and lavender flowers tucked amongst them. Angelica is an interesting, aromatic tasting herb, and although I normally only use the stems to candy or crystallise (Recipe #248003) I have discovered that the leaves also make a great accompaniment when used with fresh fruit. Try to serve this fresh fruit salad in a large clear glass bowl for maximum impact; it just looks so pretty with the light shining through the fruit, juices and herbs! I find that the only thing that is needed to serve this is a good dollop of crème fraiche. I have also made this with apricots and melon for a slight change. I like to use a combination of white and yellow peaches for this recipe - but please use local and fresh peaches regional to your area. Prep time includes the minimum "soaking" time. I have not tried this with tinned peaches, but suspect that they may be too "soft" to hold their shape for prolonged soaking.
Provided by French Tart
Categories Dessert
Time 4h
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Arrange the peach slices into the bottom of a large serving dish. Sprinkle over the lavender heads and then add the angelica leaves.
- Pour over enough dessert wine to cover the peaches. Turn the peach slices over a couple of times to coat them in the liquid, then cover the dish and chill the mixture in the fridge for at least four hours, or preferably overnight.
- To serve, spoon a portion of peaches in Sauternes into each of six serving bowls. Serve with a dollop of crème fraîche.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 51, Fat 0.3, Carbohydrate 12.5, Fiber 2, Sugar 11, Protein 1.2
POACHED PEARS IN SAUTERNES
Make and share this Poached Pears in Sauternes recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Sackville
Categories Dessert
Time 30m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Using a small, sharp knife, score a zigzag pattern in the skin around the top of each pear, working downwards from the stalk.
- Leaving the zigzag skin at the top in place, peel the rest of each pear very thinly so as to preserve their shape.
- Remove the core from the base, using a corer or a small melon baller.
- Combine all the ingredients in a saucepan big enough to hold everything, including the pears.
- Set over a medium heat until the liquid comes to the boil, then reduce the heat so that it is barely simmering.
- The cooking time will vary according to the ripeness of the pears.
- Very ripe pears will only take 5 minutes; much less ripe fruit will need up to 15 minutes.
- As soon as they are ready, turn off the heat.
- Transfer the pears with their poaching syrup to a bowl and leave at room temperature until needed.
- Serve one or two pears on each plate with a little orange zest and some syrup.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 307.9, Fat 0.4, Sodium 7.4, Carbohydrate 81, Fiber 8.4, Sugar 63, Protein 1.3
Tips:
- Choose ripe, aromatic peaches: The key to this dish is using ripe, flavorful peaches. Look for peaches that are slightly soft to the touch and have a sweet, fragrant aroma.
- Use a good quality Sauternes wine: Sauternes is a sweet, dessert wine that pairs perfectly with peaches. Choose a Sauternes that is well-balanced and has a good acidity. You can also use another sweet white wine or even a sparkling wine.
- Don't overcook the peaches: Peaches cook quickly, so it's important not to overcook them. Cook them just until they are heated through and slightly softened.
- Serve the peaches warm or at room temperature: Peaches in Sauternes can be served warm or at room temperature. If you are serving them warm, reheat them gently over low heat until they are just heated through.
Conclusion:
Peaches in Sauternes is a classic French dessert that is easy to make and always impressive. The combination of sweet, ripe peaches and rich, flavorful Sauternes wine is simply irresistible. This dish is perfect for any special occasion, or simply as a treat for yourself.
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