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June 22, 2014

Trust me

I was walking
Sore-footed, under hot sun, hot pavements.
Was it then I bought a peach? That’s as I remember.
From a stall near Charing Cross Station.
It was the first fresh peach I had ever tasted.
I could hardly believe how delicious.
At twenty-five I was dumbfounded afresh
By my ignorance of the simplest things.

– from “Fulbright Scholars”, by Ted Hughes

Sometimes the simplest recipes are the best. I knew the moment I saw this simple, four-ingredient recipe that I’d love it. I tried it first with raspberries, and thought it was wonderful. But I couldn’t wait to try it with peaches – even though they’re not officially in season yet – and it was divine. Imagine how great it’ll be when I’m making it with perfect, locally-grown fruit!

Trust me – this is one of those recipes that is easy to overlook, but don’t do it. This dessert is sensational, and I’ll be making it for the rest of the summer.

Peaches with Mascarpone, Pistachios and Honey
– from Rachel’s Everyday Kitchen
5 fresh peaches, skinned, halved, and stones removed (or 3 cups raspberries)
3 Tbsp mascarpone
3 Tbsp best-quality liquid honey
50 grams (2 ounces) shelled pistachios, roughly chopped
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees, and grease a medium sized ovenproof dish with a little butter, or line with parchment paper.
Place peaches, cut side up, in the ovenproof dish. Cover with foil and bake in the oven for 20 – 25 minutes or until peaches are soft. (Note: if using raspberries instead, roast for 15 minutes.)
While the peaches are cooking, mix together the mascarpone and honey in a bowl.
Tip the pistachios into a non-stick frying pan and toast over high heat for a minute or two, tossing regularly to avoid burning. Take off the heat and set aside to cool.
Remove the peaches from the oven and spoon the mascarpone and honey mixture into the cavity of each peach half, dividing the mixture equally. Serve the peaches with a little extra honey drizzled over the mascarpone and the toasted pistachios scattered on top.

Filed Under: Fruit Desserts

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  1. Angie Schneider says

    June 22, 2014 at 6:25 pm

    This is the dessert we would LOVE too. Peach and berries are our favourite summer fruits.

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  2. grace says

    June 22, 2014 at 7:08 pm

    classy, simple, and delicious, plus it's beautiful to see! what a marvel!

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  3. Julie says

    June 22, 2014 at 8:28 pm

    What beautiful peaches! Can't wait until it's peach time here!

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  4. Mary Callan says

    June 22, 2014 at 10:51 pm

    What a beautiful and delicious dessert – a perfect use for a perfect fruit!!
    Mary

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  5. noobcook says

    June 23, 2014 at 3:07 am

    I love easy four ingredient recipes. This dessert looks fab! Thanks for visiting me πŸ™‚

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  6. Alida says

    June 23, 2014 at 8:17 am

    Gosh this is truly mouthwatering and fresh! Perfect as a summer dessert. Love your blog so many yummy recipes πŸ™‚

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  7. Tze @ Awayofmind says

    June 23, 2014 at 8:26 am

    Beth, thanks for visiting my blog!
    This dessert is with only 4 ingredients! it is perfect for this summer!

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  8. Barbara says

    June 23, 2014 at 11:35 am

    Such a simple dessert with great flavors, Beth. Any fruit would do. Can't wait to try it.

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  9. amy (fearless homemaker) says

    June 23, 2014 at 11:59 am

    I love fresh, bright summer treats like this. YUM!

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  10. backroadjournal says

    June 23, 2014 at 12:11 pm

    What a delicious way to enjoy a summer fresh ripened peach.

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  11. Belinda says

    June 23, 2014 at 12:25 pm

    Hello, summer!! What a lovely celebration of the finally warm weather!

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  12. Muna Kenny says

    June 23, 2014 at 1:54 pm

    What a treat! Most summer fruits are great desserts on their own, but adding honey and mascarpone just made it heavenly .

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  13. Valerie Gamine says

    June 23, 2014 at 2:28 pm

    Ah…simple is beautiful. xo
    Love this recipe!

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  14. Elzbieta Hester says

    June 23, 2014 at 2:43 pm

    I would love this one…I've been baking peaches already. Great recipe. Thanks!

    ela h.
    Gray Apron

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  15. Kari Lindsay says

    June 23, 2014 at 6:37 pm

    My mom would make a dessert very similar to this when we were kids and it was probably everyone's fave! We ate it with ice cream instead of mascarpone, cuz nobody had even heard of mascarpone in our neck of the woods.

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  16. lisa is cooking says

    June 23, 2014 at 8:30 pm

    I can't wait to grab some of our local peaches and give this a try! I could enjoy this all summer too.

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  17. Jemi Fraser says

    June 23, 2014 at 8:41 pm

    Yum!!! Peaches and raspberries are 2 of my faves – can't wait to try it!!

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  18. lisa h. says

    June 24, 2014 at 6:43 am

    Beautiful simple summer dessert πŸ˜€
    I love summer fruits (but not the super hot and dry Perth Summer ) πŸ˜€

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  19. Katerina says

    June 24, 2014 at 7:12 am

    Very refreshing and summery dessert Beth!

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  20. Jessica Lawson says

    June 25, 2014 at 1:20 pm

    Oh YUM. I can't wait to try this (probably the raspberry version, as our store peaches are disappointing right now).

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  21. Jessica Lawson says

    June 25, 2014 at 1:20 pm

    Oh YUM. I can't wait to try this (probably the raspberry version, as our store peaches are disappointing right now).

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  22. Kitchen Riffs says

    June 25, 2014 at 3:22 pm

    I haven't read Ted Hughes in years. Lovely stuff. Lovely recipe too, and simple. Perfect for the season — thanks.

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  23. bamskitchen says

    June 26, 2014 at 6:00 am

    I hope Hong kong get in their supply of stone fruits soon and if not I would love to try your raspberry version. So light and lovely. Take Care

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  24. thecompletecookbook says

    June 26, 2014 at 10:25 am

    Simplicity is always best – just my kind of recipe.
    Have a happy day Beth.
    πŸ™‚ Mandy xo

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  25. Joanne says

    June 26, 2014 at 11:24 am

    Simple, yet perfect. That's what summer eating is all about!!

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  26. Jessica Hylton says

    June 27, 2014 at 12:24 am

    Simple is best and trust me I would love to try these

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  27. Catherine says

    June 27, 2014 at 1:59 am

    So true…the simple pleasures are the very best.
    Sounds wonderful.
    Blessings, Catherine

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  28. nancy at good food matters says

    June 27, 2014 at 12:09 pm

    wonderful simple recipe, using of-the-moment ingredients. peaches and raspberries are plentiful right now and exceptionally sweet.

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  29. Jean | Delightful Repast says

    June 28, 2014 at 4:26 am

    As much as I love raspberries, I must say the recipe with peaches would surpass the berry version. The photo of the peaches on the Johnson Bros plate makes me happy just to look at it!

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  30. I Wilkerson says

    June 28, 2014 at 1:27 pm

    Great peach poem. I still remember my first beautiful fresh peach (as an adult as well). Previously the word conjured up the canned version. Will have to try this when the peaches come in–love marscapone with fruit.

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