Poached peaches in white wine is a simple but elegant dessert that is perfect to serve at dinner parties. You can even make them ahead of time for easy entertaining.
Bring wine to a boil over medium heat in a pot just large enough for peaches.
Wash peaches and remove stems. Reduce to low, add peaches, cover and simmer for 15 minutes, rotating them to ensure they completely soak.
Remove from heat and allow to rest 30 minutes.
Lightly pinch or squeeze peaches to pull skin, it should remove easily in 1-2 pieces.
Drizzle a little sauce on top to plate and serve.
Notes
Use a small pot, just large enough to hold the peaches so that the wine covers a good portion of them. Don't use an overly large pan.Be sure to rotate your peaches when they are poaching so that they completely soak in the liquid.If making ahead of time, you can store the peaches in their poaching liquid in an airtight container in the fridge.Take care not to overcook the peaches or they will become soft and mushy.