Sweeten up summer with deliciously ripe peaches!
We are heading into the last week of July and you know what that means? It's peach season here in southern Ontario!
Peaches have to be one of my most favorite summer time fruits. I have fond memories growing up in the Niagara region near many farms where I worked picking fruit as a summer time job. Honestly, I was really in it to eat the freshly picked fruit (especially the strawberries!) and lost one of my jobs because I ate more than I picked! I was politely told, "no need to come back tomorrow." Now that was embarrassing! 😳
Another summer time event was the annual Peach Festival. This was a BIG deal where I grew up and a highlight to each summer vacation.
The first Winona Peach festival actually began over 50 years ago, back in 1967 as part of a Centennial celebration. It was one of four festivals in our area with each to coincide with peak periods of the fruit growing seasons. The Peach Festival was the bomb. It started off with a parade, included musical performances, a carnival, a beauty pageant and ended with fireworks. Unfortunately, this years festival is cancelled, but will be back in 2021 🙏.
Since its peach season, I have a peachy delight to share with you to celebrate. It's wheat, gluten and dairy free and does not use any refined sugar. With only 5 ingredients you can easily whip up this tasty delight and add some sweetness to your summer.
What was your childhood favorite summer time event?
Easy Peach Crumble (Makes 6 Servings)
Ingredients:
Directions:
Divide into bowls and enjoy!