Peach Brandy Butter
18 -to 20 Peaches, fully ripe
1/2 c -Water, or more as needed
1/4 c Brandy
3 tb Lemon juice
2 c Sugar
18 -to 25 Sprigs spearmint -OR other mint
Pit, skin, and slice the peaches. Place them in a large pan with enough
water to prevent sticking and cook
15 to 20 minutes or until soft. Puree the peaches in a food processor and return
to the saucepan,
adding the brandy, lemon, sugar, and mint sprigs. Simmer over low heat, stirring
frequently,
30 to 35 minutes or until the puree thickens. Remove the mint and fill clean
1/2-pint jars with
peach butter to within 1/4-inch of the top. Wipe, seal, and process in a boiling
water bath for 10 minutes.
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