On the Menu: Scrumptious Berry Desserts

ON THE MENU: Scrumptious summer berry desserts

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Peach Almond Torte

Recipe courtesy of Modern Comfort Food by Ina Garten

“This recipe is inspired by a famous plum torte by Marian Burros, which the New York Times published every September for seven years in a row because it was so beloved by readers. Peaches instead of plums and a bit of Grand Marnier give it a whole new spin. This is the easiest cake ever!” — Ina Garten

YIELD: Serves 6 INGREDIENTS: • ¾ pound ripe peaches, unpeeled, cut in 8 to 10 wedges (2 large) • 2 tablespoons Grand Marnier • ¼ pound (1 stick) unsalted butter, at room temperature • ¾ cup granulated sugar • ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract • ¼ teaspoon pure almond extract • 2 extra-large eggs, at room temperature • 1 cup all-purpose flour • 1 teaspoon baking powder • ½ teaspoon kosher salt • 2 tablespoons turbinado sugar, such as

Sugar in the Raw • 2 tablespoons blanched, sliced almonds • Confectioners’ sugar DIRECTIONS:

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease an 8-inch round springform pan. In a small bowl, combine the peaches with the Grand Marnier and set aside.

In the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment, cream the butter and granulated sugar on medium speed for 2 minutes, until light and fluffy. With the mixer on low, add the vanilla, almond extract, and eggs, one at a time, scraping down the bowl with a rubber spatula. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, and salt. With the mixer on low, slowly add the dry ingredients and mix just until incorporated. Stir with a rubber spatula.

Transfer the batter to the prepared pan and smooth the top. Arrange the peaches, cut sides up, in concentric circles on top. Sprinkle with the turbinado sugar and almonds. Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, until the top is browned and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool slightly, dust with confectioners’ sugar, and serve warm or at room temperature.

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