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Navajo Style Peach Crisp



Navajo style peach crisp is a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that is perfect for a summer day. This recipe is vegan friendly, so it is perfect for everyone to enjoy.

Ingredients:

  • 7 cups peeled and sliced fresh peaches

  • 1/2 cup sugar

  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour

  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

  • 1 cup all-purpose flour

  • 2/3 cup yellow cornmeal

  • 1/2 cup sugar

  • 1 teaspoon salt

  • 1/2 cup cold butter, cut into small pieces

  • 1/2 cup pine nuts, toasted

Instructions:

  1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease an 8x8 inch baking dish.

  2. In a large bowl, combine peaches, sugar, flour, and lemon juice. Mix well.

  3. In a medium bowl, combine flour, cornmeal, sugar, and salt. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in pine nuts.

  4. Pour peach mixture into prepared baking dish. Top with crumb topping.

  5. Bake for 45 minutes, or until topping is golden brown and fruit is bubbly. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Tips:

  • For a richer flavor, use brown sugar instead of white sugar.

  • To make a gluten-free version of this recipe, use gluten-free flour and cornmeal.

  • To make a dairy-free version of this recipe, use vegan butter and dairy-free milk.

Variations:

  • Try using other fruits in this recipe, such as berries, apples, or pears.

  • Add a layer of chocolate chips to the topping for a sweet and decadent treat.

  • Serve with a scoop of ice cream or whipped cream for a more decadent dessert.

Enjoy!

Story:

I first learned about Navajo style peach crisp when I was visiting my grandmother in Arizona. She is Navajo, and she often made this dish for us when we were kids. I loved the combination of the sweet peaches and the crunchy topping. It was the perfect dessert for a hot summer day.

I've been making Navajo style peach crisp ever since, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's a simple dish, but it's so delicious. The peaches are so juicy and flavorful, and the topping is the perfect balance of sweet and crunchy.

If you're looking for a delicious and easy-to-make dessert, I highly recommend trying Navajo style peach crisp. It's sure to become a new favorite!


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