Homemade Peach Pie Filling
15 minutes to prepare yields about 2 cups of pie filling (enough for 1 pie)
INGREDIENTS
- 6 medium peaches, peeled, pitted and halved
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 3 tablespoons water, divided
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
PREPARATION
- In large saucepan over medium heat, stir in lemon juice, 2 tablespoons of water, vanilla extract and cinnamon.
- Add peaches to liquid. Sprinkle with sugar and stir gently to coat. Cover and cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Combine cornstarch and 1 tablespoon of water in small bowl. Slowly stir cornstarch into peaches until mixture thickens and begins to bubble.
- Simmer for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring continuously until filling reaches desired thickness. Remove from heat. Allow mixture to cool at least 10 minutes before using.
Recipe adapted from Chocolate Moosey
