Peachy Floats Food

JUST PEACHY SMOOTHIE

Steps:

• 1.Place all ingredients into the Vitamix container in the order listed and secure lid.
• 2.Select Variable 1.
• 3.Turn machine on and slowly increase speed to Variable 10, then to High.
• 4.Blend for 40-45 seconds or until desired consistency is reached.

3-INGREDIENT GINGER-PEACH ICE CREAM FLOATS

Steps:

• Cook peaches in a large pot of boiling water 1 minute, then submerge in ice water. Slip off skins. Slice into 1/4" wedges.
• Bring peaches and 3 cups ginger beer to a boil in a medium saucepan over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer until peaches are fork-tender, about 5 minutes. Let cool completely.
• To assemble floats, divide peaches among tall glasses and pour 1 Tbsp. poaching liquid over each; reserve remaining poaching liquid for another use. Top with 2 scoops of ice cream, then pour remaining 3 cups ginger beer over. Serve with spoons and straws.
• Do Ahead
• Peaches can be poached up to 3 days ahead. Transfer to an airtight container and chill.

JUST PEACHY PANCAKES

Steps:

• Make the batter by combining the pancake mix, milk, brown sugar, oil and eggs in a large bowl. Stir in the diced peaches and peach jam.
• Heat a nonstick skillet or griddle over medium heat and add a little butter. Drop in about 1/4 cup of the batter per pancake and fry on both sides until dark golden, about 2 1/2 minutes per side. Continue with the remaining batter, adding more butter if needed.
• Meanwhile, warm the maple syrup in the microwave or in a saucepan over low heat. Drizzle over the pancakes and serve with sliced peaches and whipped cream.

GEORGIA'S PEACHY COCKTAIL

Steps:

• Add the amaretto, peach puree, peach schnapps, bourbon and bitters to a cocktail shaker filled with ice, and shake vigorously to blend. Pour into a Collins glass filled with ice and enjoy!