Peach Delights Take Center Stage in Southern Illinois Orchards
Peach season brings nearly 17 million fruits to Southern Illinois markets with recipes like Peach Party Delight from Union County Extension and old fashioned peach dumplings by Cecily Brownstone. The article highlights fresh peaches, canning notes, and festive dessert ideas featuring peaches and cherry garnishes.
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Union County Extension
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Old Time Peach Dumplings Recipe Card
Six serving dumplings made with peach filling and a rich pastry. Pastry uses flour salt shortening and water, rolled to 18 by 12 inches, cut into six squares. Filled with peaches and baked in a sauce with butter sugar lemon rind and juice for a traditional old-time finish.
Orchard Grower Compares Peaches to Favorite Drinks
Clyde Arnold, owner of local peach and apple orchards, says selecting a preferred peach is like choosing between two favored soft drinks. Each peach variety has a distinct quality and its own fans.
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Apples and peaches trends in Southern Illinois orchards
Orchardist Arnold discusses diverse peach varieties and rising fresh fruit marketing in Southern Illinois. A guide to choosing apples covers ripeness, color, texture, and uses for cooking or raw eating, with tips on salad pairings and storage.
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