Peach Bread

Directions

1. 1
   Plunge peaches into boiling water to blanch for 45 seconds. Remove and run under cold water.
2. 2
   Skins will slip off easily. Slice into sections.
3. 3
   Place the peaches and 6 tablespoons sugar in blender.
4. 4
   Blend or process until pureed.
5. 5
   Combine flour with all dry ingredients, except remaining sugar.
6. 6
   Cream sugar and shortening.
7. 7
   Add eggs, one at a time, mixing well.
8. 8
   Add peach puree, nuts and vanilla, stir well.
9. 9
   Add dry ingredients, mix well. Spoon batter into 2 well-greased and floured loaf pans (9 x 5 x 3-inch).
10. 10
    Bake at 325° for 1 hour or until toothpick comes out clean.