Vanilla-Roasted Peaches

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the oven to 400.
2. 2
   In a small saucepan, combine the sugar with the water, vanilla bean and scrapings, cinnamon stick and salt.
3. 3
   Cook over moderate heat, stirring frequently, until the sugar dissolves.
4. 4
   Pour the syrup into a large baking dish.
5. 5
   Arrange the peaches in the syrup, cut side up, and bake for 30 minutes, basting frequently.
6. 6
   Spoon the peaches and syrup into bowls and serve warm with ice cream.