Friday, September 24, 2010

Ingredients

FOR THE FILLING

-4 ripe peaches, pitted, peeled if desired, each sliced into 8 wedges
-1 tablespoon granulated sugar
-1 tablespoon fresh basil (3 to 4 leaves, torn if large)
-1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
-1/4 teaspoon coarse salt


FOR THE TOPPING

-2 ounces chopped almonds (1/3 cup)
-1/3 cup packed light-brown sugar
-1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
-1/4 teaspoon coarse salt
-1 1/2 ounces (3 tablespoons) cold unsalted butter, cut into 6 pieces
-Heavy cream, for serving (optional)

Directions

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Make the filling: Mix all ingredients to combine.

Make the topping: Combine all ingredients (except cream), rubbing in butter with your fingers until mixture is crumbly.

Divide filling among four 5 1/2-inch round baking dishes, and sprinkle with topping. Transfer to a baking sheet. Bake until bubbling and golden brown, 25 to 27 minutes. Let cool slightly. Drizzle with heavy cream if desired.

Read more at Marthastewart.com: Peach-and-Basil Crumbles Recipe - MarthaStewart.com

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