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Fresh, ripe peaches are one of the pure joys of summer. They’re not around for long, so it’s important to enjoy them while you can.

 

Fresh Peach Ice Cream

 

2 cups ripe peaches, peeled, pitted, and sliced

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1 cup sugar

1 1/2 cups whole milk

1 1/2 cups heavy cream

1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

 

In a medium bowl, combine the sliced peaches with lemon juice and half a cup of sugar. Allow mixture to sit 2 hours, stirring occasionally. Mash peaches with a fork. In another bowl, mix milk, remaining sugar, and vanilla. Add peach mixture and cream to the milk mixture; stir until combined. Cover the mixture and refrigerate at least 2 hours. Pour chilled mixture into ice cream maker and process 20 to 25 minutes. Transfer to airtight container and freeze at least 2 hours before serving.