Sweet and Tangy Peach Relish

Makes about 2 1/2 cups
  • Active time: 20 min
    Total time: 45 min
Published in Gourmet Live 06.13.12

INGREDIENTS:

  • 4 medium peaches, about 1 1/2 pounds, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch-wide slices
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup cider vinegar
  • 1/4 teaspoon hot red-pepper flakes
  • 1 small red onion, halved lengthwise and sliced crosswise 1/8 inch thick (1 cup)
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt

INSTRUCTIONS:

  • Combine peaches, sugar, vinegar, and hot pepper flakes, and briskly simmer, uncovered, until liquid thickens slightly, 15 to 20 minutes. Stir in onion and salt and simmer for 5 minutes. Relish will continue to thicken as it cools.

COOKS’ NOTES:

  • Relish can be made 5 days ahead and chilled, covered. Bring to room temperature before serving.
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