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I wanted something quick and special for fresh peaches and berries from our local farmers' market to whip up when my brother's family came over for dinner. So all I did was make the simple amaretto syrup and let the fresh sliced peaches marinate in it in the fridge for an hour or so while we ate. I served the peaches in clear dishes with a few fresh blackberries on top, drizzled syrup from bottom of the bowl; then a dollop of whipped topping with a few blueberries and fresh mint sprigs snipped from my herb garden. OMG! Rave reviews! Everyone thought the taste was just perfect - fresh, light and summery. My sister-in-law loved the flavor so much she wanted more amaretto! Next time I will make the entire recipe. This is definitely a keeper even if you go simple and make only the peaches & syrup!<\/p>","CommentId":1,"DateRated":"07\/28\/2013 15:26","GUID":"26ad9a35c9c84ca0b9d6b86aa2c6e4c4","MemberId":6880778,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"ChesapeakeCurrent","SubmittedDate":"07\/28\/2013 15:26"},{"Comment":"
My mom found this recipe. It sounded good so we decided to try it. We didn't make the meringues because we didn't have the time. We used crispy almond cookies. Everyone loved this. I would definitely make it again. Would be good with any fruit - whatever is seasonal.<\/p>","CommentId":2,"DateRated":"06\/28\/2012 14:22","GUID":"034e6f5d988142378e5ac44d78c54b7b","MemberId":6754569,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"sandyteagal","SubmittedDate":"06\/28\/2012 14:22"}]},"breadcrumb":[{"term_id":309177,"name":"Recipes","slug":"recipes","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":309112,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Browse Taste Recipes recipes by course, cooking style, cuisine, ingredient, holiday and more categories to find a new family-favorite recipe.","parent":0,"count":50832,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/"},{"term_id":310796,"name":"Dishes & Beverages","slug":"dishes-beverages","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":310731,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"Wondering what to make? We've got recipes for any dish and beverage you're craving, from easy dinners to rich chocolate cakes and everything in between.","parent":309177,"count":43222,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/"},{"term_id":311758,"name":"Cookies","slug":"cookies","term_group":0,"term_taxonomy_id":311693,"taxonomy":"categories-v2","description":"From easy to decadent to downright delicious, these cookie recipes are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth. Find all of your favorites, including chocolate chip, peanut butter, snickerdoodles and more.","parent":310796,"count":2980,"filter":"raw","term_order":"0","url":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/dishes-beverages\/cookies\/"}],"meta_data":{"enhanced_fields":{"enhanced_recipe_title":"Amaretto Peach Parfaits"}},"analytics":[],"yoast_head":"\n