Practical ingredient guide
Peaches in syrup
Peaches preserved in sweet syrup, whole, halved or cut.
Fruit
All year round
International
What it offers and why to use it
Drain before weighing when the recipe calls for drained fruit. Reserve and measure syrup separately if used, avoiding double-counting its sugar.
Flavour profile
Sweet and mild with a tender texture.
From shopping to cooking
Choose
Choose an undamaged pack without bulging and check syrup concentration and drained weight.
Store
Once opened, cover and refrigerate in a food-safe container and follow the manufacturer storage period.
Prepare
Dessert cups, tarts, fillings and chilled desserts.
How to make the most of it
Good pairings
Cream, yoghurt, almonds and sponge cake.
How to substitute it
Ripe fresh peaches require adjustments to sugar, liquid and texture.
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