Good Cookin’ Peach Recipes with BONUS Peach Preserves Recipe

PEACH PRESERVES

 

12 fresh peaches, pitted and chopped
4 1/2 cups white sugar
1 (2 ounce) package dry pectin

Crush 1 cup chopped peaches in the bottom of a large saucepan. 

 

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New America Media
 
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Good Cookin’ Peach Recipes

Home cooking for a new generation. Easy and elegant recipes from the heart and soul created for today’s family.
 
By Sharon Fox

 PEACH COBBLER ROLLS

 
5 large fresh peaches – peeled, pitted and sliced
2 cups water
1 1/2 cups white sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
 
1 1/3 cups buttermilk baking mix
2 tablespoons white sugar
2 tablespoons margarine, melted
1/3 cup milk
 
2 tablespoons margarine, softened
1/4 cup white sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
 
Preheat oven to 425 degrees. 
In large saucepan over medium heat, combine peaches, water, 1 1/2 cups sugar and cornstarch. Cook, stirring constantly, until mixture boils. Boil for one minute, then reduce heat to low to keep warm. 

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R&B Star Musiq Soulchild New Ambassador for Susan G. Komen

New Music Video Features Breast Cancer Survivors

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By Marla Paul
 
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News Spotlight: “Oh Say Can You See” Yourself Singing the National Anthem at The Palace?

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