Stuffed Soft Fruit

Baked soft fruits have an altogether different texture to apples. Nectarines, guavas and papayas can all be stuffed using this method and peaches work particularly well. Almond macaroons bring a deliciously contrasting crunchiness to soft baked fruit.

1. Prepare the stuffing first a Moisten some crushed almond macaroons with a little sherry, then stir this into some ricotta cheese. Add a touch of chopped preserved ginger to pep up the flavour of the stuffing.

   

2. Sprinkle halved, stoned peaches with lemon juice. Place in a buttered ovenproof dish. Use a small spoon to pile the filling into them. Bake at 180°C for 15-20 minutes, until tender and lightly browned.