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May 19, 2022
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Peaches in Rose Water Syrup
Region: Arab Levant, Lebanon
Category: Desserts
Season: Summer
Difficulty: Easy but takes non-working time

This is a great way to use up peaches when they are on the verge of being overripe.

[photo: Clifford A. Wright]

Yield: Makes 4 servings
Preparation Time: 5 minutes plus 4 hours resting time

6 ripe peaches, peeled (if desired), stoned, and cut into 8 wedges

1/2 cup sugar

1/4 teaspoon rose water

Whipped cream

Crushed pistachios

In a bowl, mix the peaches, sugar, and rose water together.  Leave in the refrigerator until the sugar has dissolved.  Stir and serve whenever you want in a small bowl topped with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of crushed pistachios.

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Posted: 12/13/2006



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