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Peaches
“The World’s Largest Peach Cobbler” is made every year in the state of Georgia. The cobbler measures 11 feet by 5 feet.
NUTRITION
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Peaches are a good source of several nutrients, such as:
Antioxidants protect the body from aging and disease. The fresher and riper the peach, the more antioxidants it has.
Soluble and Insoluble Fiber work together to keep you fuller for longer, aid in losing weight, and assist with keeping you regular. They can improve blood sugar and lower cholesterol.
Vitamin C protects tissues supporting your entire body. It’s an antioxidant defending you from disease and the effects of aging.
WAYS TO EAT AND COOK WITH PEACHES
Aside from eating them straight out of the peel, you can enjoy peaches in many ways!
Roasted Peaches. This is one way to deal with overripe peaches. Cut any brown spots from the peaches. Preheat the oven to 400°F oven. Slice and pit 4 peaches. Mix 2 tablespoons melted butter, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 2 tablespoons sugar, and 1 teaspoon cinnamon in a baking dish. Add and coat peaches. Roast until peaches are soft and cooking liquid looks like syrup, about 15 to 20 minutes. Brush the peaches with your syrup halfway through. Eat peaches alone, with yogurt, on your cereal, even on a chicken dish.
Raspberry Peaches: Smash ½ cup of thawed, frozen raspberries with 2 teaspoons of honey, maple syrup, or sugar until it looks like a sauce. Cut peaches in half and remove the pit. Arrange cut side-up. Spoon the raspberry mixture and a spoonful whipped cream on top of the peach.
Nutrition Facts Serving size 1 peach
Amount per serving Calories 58
Total Fat 0.4g 1% Saturated Fat 0g 0% Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g Monounsaturated Fat 0.1g Cholesterol 0g 0% Sodium 0mg 0% Potassium 285mg 8% Total Carbohydrate 14.8g 5% Dietary Fiber 2.2g 9% Sugar 12.6g Protein 1.4g 3%
Vitamin A 10% Vitamin C 17% Calcium 1% Iron 2% Vitamin D 0% Vitamin B6 2% Magnesium 3% *The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
