Grilled Peaches with Lemon-Pepper Syrup

Recipe

Perfect for outdoor gatherings or a special treat at home, this recipe brings out the best in seasonal fruit with minimal effort.

Serves 4

Ingredients:

2 tablespoons lemon zest

2 tablespoons lemon juice

½ cup honey

½ teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper

8 peaches, halved, pits removed

Vegetable oil, as needed

Fresh ricotta cheese, for serving

Note: Choose firm peaches or nectarines that will hold up to grilling without falling apart.

How to make:

1. Whisk together the lemon zest, lemon juice, honey, and black pepper. Set aside.

2. Brush the cut sides of the peaches lightly with vegetable oil.

3. Place the peaches, cut side down, on a cleaned and seasoned grill.

4. Cook on medium-high heat until light char marks form, about 2 minutes.

5. Flip and cook on the opposite side until barely heated through, about 1 minute.

6. Serve warm peaches over a scoop of fresh ricotta, drizzled with lemon pepper syrup.