We are nearing the end of summer. But do not be disheartened. Many fruits will be ripening this season. One of them is peaches, a local favorite. Today is National Peach Pie Day. Listed below are the main ingredients for a pie, along with a few peach trivia questions.
Peach Pie Ingredients
The foremost ingredient in a pie is peach. For a simple pie, you will need approximately 5 cups of peaches. That means you may need about 10 peaches. If the peaches are large, you may have an abundance that is quickly eaten. Various spices help perk up the peach flavor. Among them are cinnamon, ginger, cloves, and nutmeg. These offer a warm, autumn taste sensation. Adding spices like basil or thyme gives an earthly flavor [1]. A basic crust rounds out the pie.
Trivia Ideas
- Although Georgia is known for its peaches, most of our peaches actually come from California.
- Peaches are high in vitamins A and C, fiber, and potassium.
- The peach season begins as early as June and lasts until the end of August.
- The entire month of August is National Peach Month.
- Peach trees have an average lifespan of 12-15 years.
- The main producers of peaches are China, Italy, Spain, and the US.
- One tree can yield 66 pounds of fruit in a year!
Peaches can be found in many forms. From fresh, to frozen, dehydrated, or canned, this versatile fruit is enjoyed by people across the globe. Take advantage now of this month and add a peach to your morning smoothie.
Notes:
- ^https://pastryartsmag.com/general/delicious-flavor-combinations-for-peaches/ (go back ↩)
