6 ripe peaches
1/3 cup sugar
8 italian macaroons, crushed such as amaretti
1 egg yolk
4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
Directions
Try this with white peaches, if available, for a subtle variation on
the original.
PREHEAT THE OVEN TO 350F and set a rack in the middle level. Rinse,
halve and pit the peaches. Puree 2 of the peach halves in a food
processor. Place the puree in a bowl and add the sugar, crushed
macaroons and the egg yolk. Cover each peach half with this filling
and place the peach halves in a buttered baking dish. Sprinkle the
remaining butter over the peaches and bake for about 30 minutes,
until the peaches are baked through and the filling is a deep golden
color. Serve hot or at room temperature.
Servings: 8 servings
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