Pickled peaches, tart, sweet, and just like grandma used to make.

Keep a few jars on hand for barbecues and potlucks so everyone can grab a slice.

Learn how to pickle peaches so you’re free to enjoy the flavors for months to come.

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What Do You Eat Pickled Peaches With?

What you eat with your pickled peaches is limited only by your imagination!

They go great with savory proteins likefried chickenorpulled pork.

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you’re able to also try dicing them and combining pickled peaches with almonds as a salad garnish.

Pickled peaches potentially accompany a meal or snack at any time of day, from breakfast todessert.

How Long Do Pickled Peaches Last?

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If properly sealed, an unopened jar of pickled peaches should last at least a year.

For the longest-lasting results, confirm your jars are properly sealed.

Ingredients

10medium-sizefirm-ripe peaches (about 3 lb.

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1Tbsp.black peppercorns

1/2tsp.whole cloves

1(1-in.

)piece fresh ginger, peeled and sliced 1/4-in.

thick

4cupsgranulated sugar

1 1/2cupsChampagne vinegar

1/2cupwater

4(3-in.)

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Remove from heat; add peaches, and let stand 6 minutes.

Drain peaches; cool until easy to handle, about 10 minutes.

Peel and discard skin.

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Remove and discard pits.

Cut each peach into 4 wedges.

Discard water, wipe pot clean, and set aside.

Place in the same large pot; add sugar, vinegar, water, and cinnamon sticks.

Remove peaches with a slotted spoon, and pack into 4 (16-oz.)

Remove and discard spice bag.

Place 1 cinnamon stick into each jar.

Immediately cover with lids, and let cool to room temperature, about 1 hour.

Refrigerate for at least 4 hours before serving or up to a 1 month.