π Rose-Kissed Peaches Recipe
Description:
Indulge in the delightful experience of Rose-Kissed Peaches, where juicy peaches intertwine with the essence of the most fragrant English rose garden. These peaches are not just a dessert; they are a sensation on their own or paired with various delicacies like ice cream, pound cake, scones, or as a luxurious addition to a gourmet fruit salad. The secret lies in the infusion of 6 cups of pink rose (Zephirine Drouhin) petals and 2 cups of red (Tradescant) petals, creating a sublime color and aroma. It’s crucial to use pesticide-free and thoroughly clean rose petals for the best results.
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 624.3
- Fat Content: 1.4g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.1g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 3.3mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 159.9g
- Fiber Content: 8.6g
- Sugar Content: 133.1g
- Protein Content: 5.2g
Cooking Time:
- Preparation Time: 30 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
Ingredients:
- 5 fresh peaches
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
- 1 1/2 cups sugar
- 1/2 cup corn syrup
- 2 cups water
- 8 cups rose petals (Zephirine Drouhin and Tradescant)
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Skin peaches and remove pits. |
| 2 | Slice peaches into wedges and place in a bowl. |
| 3 | Cover sliced peaches with water and add lemon juice (reserving 1 tsp for rose syrup). |
| 4 | Let peaches stand while preparing rose syrup. |
| 5 | For rose syrup, in a large saucepan, combine sugar, corn syrup, and 2 cups water. |
| 6 | Bring mixture to a rolling boil and stir until sugar is dissolved. |
| 7 | When syrup is clear, remove pan from heat and stir in the rose petals and reserved lemon juice. |
| 8 | Return pan to heat and bring up to a slow boil for approximately 15 minutes or until the color has transferred from the petals to the syrup. |
| 9 | When the syrup is nicely colored, scented, and slightly thickened, remove the pan from the heat, cover, and cool while preparing the fruit. |
| 10 | Sterilize 4 1-pint canning jars, lids, and sealing rings in a boiling water bath. Keep canning jars in hot water until fruit is ready. |
| 11 | Drain the peaches from the soaking liquid. |
| 12 | Pack peaches into canning jars until peaches are 1 inch from the top of the jar or at jar shoulder. |
| 13 | Strain rose petals from syrup and then divide syrup among the 4 canning jars already filled with peaches. |
| 14 | Cover the jars with the sterilized lids and bands and tighten slightly. |
| 15 | Prepare a water canning bath, place jars in the bath, and cover with at least 2 inches of water. Process in the boiling bath for 20 minutes. |
| 16 | Use tongs to remove jars from the bath and place on a kitchen towel to cool. |
| 17 | Check covers to ensure a tight seal (cap should be slightly concave) and tighten bands if necessary. |
| 18 | Store in the pantry for up to 1 year if the seal is tight. If the seal is not tight, store in the refrigerator for up to one month. |
Enjoy the delightful essence of roses infused into every bite of these Rose-Kissed Peaches, a perfect treat for any occasion!
