Peach Facts

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I was at the market tonight and I saw that Peaches were on sale. I bought some and am wondering what I should use them in.
Here are some fun facts about them:

• They range in color from gold to deep red (I prefer the red)
• When purchasing avoid overly soft peaches b/c peaches are extremely fragile and bruise easily. (you could be buying a bruised one : P)
• Peaches taste sweeter when at room temperature BUT should be kept in the fridge to preserve freshness. I suggest putting one in your lunch and letting it sit on your desk at work till it warms up.
• Peaches are a good source beta carotene, which lowers the risk of heart disease and some forms of cancer.
• Peaches originated in China and in China the peach is a symbol of longevity and good luck. (source)
• 300 varieties of peaches grown in America (source) and 700 varieties worldwide
• The phrase "you're a peach" came from the tradition of giving peaches to people you liked (source)
  

In Gaffney South Carolina there is a 7 TON peach shaped water tower!
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Am I a nerd because I kinda want to go there now?? hahahaha
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Cara's over tonight!
We're watching the basketball game. Well I'm blogging haha
Does anyone have any peach recipe suggestions?
I made dinner for us (I'll post pics later)
Cara seemed to like it and that makes me happy b/c I don't want to be the only one that thinks I can cook haha

Here's the recipe I'm considering trying:
PEACH SOUP- WHAT?? : ) sounds fun. (vegweb.com)

Ingredients (use vegan versions):

2-3 medium peaches slightly under-ripe, chopped into wedges
3 cups of orange juice
2 tablespoon margarine, cut into small chunks
pinch nutmeg and cinnamon
red raspberries

Directions:

Simmer the orange juice over medium heat for about 10 minutes, or until reduced by about one-third. Add the margarine until sauce takes on a gravy-like consistency (coat the back of your spoon with the sauce and drag your finger through it - if the finger trail stays, the sauce is thick enough). Add the peaches and cook until soft, about five minutes, depending on ripeness. Ladle into serving bowls. Garnish with a pinch of cinnamon and nutmeg, and a few raspberries, and serve warm.

Serves: 2

Preparation time: 15 min

hmmmm we'll see!!