Peaches and Cream
Created by Dave Cruz

Peaches and Cream
The heady fragrance of perfectly ripe peaches serves as a reminder that they are members of the rose family.  

Ingredients:
Makes 20 servings

  • 10 large freestone peaches , peeled, pitted and quartered
  • 2 Tbsp. vanilla bean paste
  • 3 Tbsp. butter
  • 1 pint raspberries
  • 1 pint blackberries
  • 1 pint blueberries
  • 2 cups heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup powdered sugar
In a bowl, toss peaches with 2 tsp. of vanilla paste. Melt butter in a large sauté pan over medium heat, then add peaches. Cook until warmed through.

Transfer to a mixing bowl, and toss with fresh berries.

In a separate bowl, whisk cream until it doubles in volume. Add sugar and remaining vanilla paste; whip 15 to 30 seconds more, until vanilla and sugar are fully incorporated. Serve fruit with cream on top or on the side.

Note: Vanilla bean paste is available at Williams-Sonoma.com.