Peach Facts

Learn some peach facts and peach nutrition. Before you make your peach recipes, learn about the yummy fruit!

Peaches are a popular summer fruit and come in different sizes and colors. The white peach is a nice addition to the other peaches and has a different, good taste to it.



There's something about peaches that just makes a person happy - maybe it's the sweet smell of them and thoughts of summertime.

Finding great peaches is not easy in the off season. And even when they are in season, it can be hard if you're not near where they are grown, as they bruise very easily.

Tips for buying:

Look for peaches that have a strong, sweet smell and a yellowish golden background color. The red blush doesn't always mean the fruit is ripe.

Peaches should be firm and only "give" slightly under pressure when you touch them. Don't buy any that are green, brownish, or wrinkled.

Stay way from very soft, overripe fruit and fruit with large bruises or other signs of decay.

If you have an orchard nearby, it's well worth your time to go there and buy them freshly picked.

As a general guideline, one pound of fresh (that's about 2 to 4 medium) equals:

How to store:

Treat them gently as they bruise very easily.

If they need to ripen, place them in a loosely closed paper bag at room temperature. Check on them daily and remove from bag once ripe.

If you put fruit that is trying to ripen in the refrigerator, it can cause a loss of flavor, texture and moisture.

When your peaches are ripe, wash them in running water, and rub off the fuzz if you want to (very gently!).

Store ripe ones in the refrigerator in a plastic bag. They should keep 3 to 5 days.

Serve at room temperature for best flavor.

If peeling or cutting them up for a recipe, you can keep them from turning brown by sprinkling with a bit of lemon or orange juice. In a pinch, lime juice can also be used.

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