Nectarines Marinated in Red Wine

Prep Time

10 Minutes

Cook Time

120 Minutes

Yield

Serves 4

Description

Most ingredients are available in Antonio’s Market!

Ingredients

4 ea Nectarines, Pitted and cut into 8 wedges each
3 cups Red Wine
1/4 cup Sugar
Juice of 1 Lemon, plus 1/2 Lemon Sliced
5 ea Mint Leaves, Julienned, Plus Extra Whole Leaves

Method of Preparation

1. In a bowl, toss the nectarines with the sugar, lemon juice and mint.
2. Add the wine, cover and refrigerate for 2 hours or overnight.
3. Place nectarines in 4 glasses and pour in some of the wine.
4. Garnish with mint leaves and a lemon slice.

Recipe Source

Italian Cooking and Living Magazine, September 2003 Issue