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How to Store Peaches




Source of Recipe


marthastewart


Recipe Introduction


I love peaches, but have such a hard time ripening them. Here is a tip from marthastewart.com
July and August are prime time for peaches. Choose fruit with a fragrant aroma and flesh that yields a bit when pressed gently. If a peach has cuts or tan spots, or if it�s rock-hard or mushy, don�t buy it. Color has more to do with variety than ripeness. Peaches that are tinged with green, however, are usually underripe. For the best flavor, look for locally grown, tree-ripened peaches.

How to Ripen
Place peaches in a paper bag, with an apple, if you have one. Keep them at room temperature until they�re ready, and check them frequently.

How to Store
Ripe peaches are best eaten right away, but you can refrigerate them for three to five days.

How to Peel
1. Blanch
Bring a large pot of water to a boil; reduce to a simmer. Add the peaches, and simmer 1 minute.
2. Shock
Transfer peaches with a slotted spoon to a large bowl of ice water; let soak until the skins begin to wrinkle, about 5 minutes.
3. Peel
With your fingers, gently rub off skins. If skins are hard to remove, cut them away with a paring knife.