Mint Poached Peaches with Yogurt

Ingredients

• 4 ripe but firm peaches, halved
• 2 cups water
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 cup fresh mint leaves
• 2 strips lemon peel
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 1/2 cups Greek yogurt
• 1/4 cup pistachios
• Honey, for serving

Method

1. Simmer water, sugar, mint, and lemon peel for 5 minutes.
2. Add peach halves and poach gently until just tender.
3. Transfer peaches to a bowl and strain syrup over them.
4. Cool to room temperature, then chill if desired.
5. Serve with yogurt, pistachios, honey, and a spoonful of mint syrup.