Boozy Peach Melba

Ingredients

• 2 cups water
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 3 teaspoons lemon juice
• 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 medium peach, peeled and halved
• 2 tablespoons seedless raspberry jam
• Vanilla ice cream
• Whipped cream for topping (optional)
• Your choice of fruit flavoured liqueur

Directions

1. In a small saucepan, bring water and sugar to a boil. Stir in lemon juice and vanilla. Reduce heat to low.
2. Place peach halves cut side up in pan; cook for 5-8 minutes or until tender. Remove from the heat. Cool peaches in syrup for 30 minutes.
3. Remove peaches with a slotted spoon and place cut side down in a shallow dish. Cover and refrigerate for 2-4 hours or until chilled.
4. In a small microwave-safe bowl, heat raspberry jam for 20 seconds; stir until smooth. Place peach halves cut side up in dessert dishes.
5. Top with ice cream and whipped cream as desired. Drizzle with jam and fruit flavoured liqueur.

(Original recipe from: https://www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/peach-melba/)