Difficulty: Easy
Halve the peaches and remove the pits.
Blanch the halves in boiling water for a few seconds to loosen the skins for easy peeling.
Combine the water, sugar, and split vanilla pod in a saucepan. Bring to a boil.
Add the peeled peaches once boiling. Simmer gently, covered, for 20-30 minutes, keeping the fruit whole.
Remove the peaches to serving bowls. Reduce the syrup, then pour over the fruit to cover.
Source: Les Bons Desserts by Baudoin. A timeless recipe from expert bakers.
