Preparing Peaches
Remove Peach Skin
Peach skin can be removed by simply peeling with a utility knife, but this method tends to waste much of the flesh of the peach.
The following method of removing peach skin preserves the flesh of the peach.
Cut a small slit in the upper portion of the peach skin.
Place peaches in a heat safe bowl. Pour boiling water over peaches to cover. Leave peaches in boiling water for 30 seconds. Remove with a slotted spoon and submerge into cold water to stop cooking process.
Remove peaches from cold water and, using a small pairing knife, pull skin off. Begin with pairing knife at the top of the peach and pull downward.
Removing the Pit
To remove the pit of a peach, cut around the perimeter (follow the natural indentation) down to the pit using a small knife. Begin the cut at the stem of the peach.
Once sliced around the perimeter, twist the halves in opposite direction until separated.
Remove the pit using the knife or your fingers.
