Peaches offer sweet retreat from heat

A (NAPS)-As the mercury rises

throughout the warm-weather months, many seek respite from the heat via

cool dips in a swimming pool or indulgence in chilling summer treats.

Synonymous with summer, the succulent taste of fresh peaches can provide

a much-needed refresher on even the hottest days.

Pair up the peach with its perfect partner-Reddi-wip real whipped cream-to

make invigorating fresh fruit treats. Try this recipe from Reddi-wip®.

Peach Blossom Summer Sorbet

Sorbet

- 3 cups coarsely chopped, peeled peaches

- 1�2 cup frozen pineapple juice concentrate, thawed

- 1�3 cup amaretto liqueur (or 1�4 tsp. almond extract)

Salsa

- 1 cup finely chopped, peeled peaches

- 2 Tbsp. frozen pineapple juice concentrate, thawed

- 1 Tbsp. finely chopped fresh mint (or 1 tsp. dried mint)

- Reddi-wip real whipped cream

In food processor bowl or blender container, combine 3 cups peaches, 1�2

cup pineapple juice concentrate, and amaretto liqueur or almond extract.

Cover and process or blend until smooth. Transfer to an 8"x4"x2"

loaf pan. Cover and freeze about 4 hours or until firm. Break up frozen

mixture and transfer to a chilled mixing bowl. Beat with an electric mixer

until fluffy. Return to pan. Cover and freeze.

For salsa, stir together 1 cup peaches, 2 Tbsp. pineapple juice concentrate

and mint. Cover and chill up to 2 hours. To serve, scoop sorbet into dessert

dishes. Top with salsa and Reddi-wip real whipped cream. Makes 10 servings.