Peaches in Blueberry Syrup

7 ingredients
8 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups blueberries
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/4 vanilla bean, split lengthwise
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice plus more to taste
  • 5 medium peaches, cut into eighths
  • 5 medium plums, cut into eighths
  • Scant 1 tablespoon coarsely chopped fresh mint

Directions

  1. 1
    In a nonreactive medium saucepan, combine 1 cup of the blueberries with the sugar, vanilla bean and 3/4 cup of water.
  2. 2
    Bring to a boil over moderately high heat.
  3. 3
    Reduce the heat to moderately low and simmer until the berries start to fall apart, about 5 minutes.
  4. 4
    Discard the vanilla bean and transfer the mixture to a blender or food processor.
  5. 5
    Add the lemon juice and blend until smooth.
  6. 6
    Strain into a large bowl, add the peaches and plums and gently toss to combine.
  7. 7
    Sprinkle with the remaining blueberries.
  8. 8
    Serve chilled or at room temperature garnished with the mint.

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