Peaches in Primitivo

Pesche in Primitivo
by Mario Batali
from Molto Italiano: 327 Simple Italian Recipes to Cook at Home
(Ecco, 2005)
Makes 4 servings

Serving fruit with red wine is a big tradition in Puglia, where they often chill the raisiny red wines and simply pour them over sliced fresh peaches. I have spiced up the wine and also sweetened it a bit to create a more syrupy liquid. It also goes well with cherries. There will be some extra syrup, which is great on other fruits — or on French toast. Serve the peaches with Walnut Biscotti.—Mario Batali

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Ingredients
2 cups sugar
2 cups Primitivo di Gioia (from Puglia) or other dry red wine
1 clove
4 peaches

Method
1. In a medium saucepan, combine the sugar, red wine, and clove. Bring to a simmer, and simmer until reduced by half, about 30 minutes. Let cool, and remove the clove. (The syrup can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 1 week.)

2. Peel and slice the peaches, and divide among four footed bowls. Pour 1/4 cup syrup over each peach and serve.

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