peaches halves
Peaches are a good source of vitamin C and dietary fiber, with moderate amounts of potassium. They contain various polyphenol antioxidants and have relatively low caloric density due to high water content.
About
Peach halves are fresh peaches (Prunus persica), a drupe fruit native to northwest China, that have been cut in half and the pit removed. The peach is a stone fruit with fuzzy skin that ranges in color from yellow-orange to red-blushed, and pale to deep yellow flesh depending on variety. Peach halves showcase the fruit's sweet, juicy interior and delicate fragrance. The flesh contains a single large, hard pit (stone) that is easily separated when the fruit is ripe. Peach halves are typically prepared fresh for immediate consumption or used in cooking applications requiring halved fruit format.
Culinary Uses
Peach halves are used extensively in both savory and sweet applications. In pastry and desserts, they are common in tarts, pavlovas, poached preparations, and compotes. They serve as elegant plating elements for cheese courses and charcuterie boards. In savory cooking, peach halves can be grilled, roasted, or stuffed with items like blue cheese or nuts for appetizers. They pair well with pork, duck, and chicken dishes, and appear in chutneys and glazes. Peach halves are also preserved through canning and are popular in fruit salads and cold preparations.