From brand partner, This Guy Cooks, this simple and mouthwatering dessert is the perfect way to wow your guests without the hassle (or clean-up) of baking. Each sweet and beautiful flavor stands out in this dish while simultaneously marrying for a creamy and light dessert.

GRILLED PEACHES with HONEY-WHIPPED RICOTTA, PISTACHIOS, & 12-YEAR AGED BALSAMIC VINEGAR

Serves 4

INGREDIENTS

▢ 4 peaches, ripe but firm, halved and pitted
▢ 1 tbsp Bona Furtuna Organic Everyday Extra Virgin Olive Oil
▢ 1 tbsp honey (optional, for brushing)
▢ 1 cup whole milk ricotta cheese
▢ 2 tbsp heavy cream
▢ 1/2 tsp lemon zest
▢ 1 pinch flaky sea salt
▢ 2 tbsp Bona Furtuna 12-Year Aged DOP Balsamic Vinegar
▢ Fresh mint leaves, torn, to finish
▢ Flaky sea salt, to finish
▢ Crushed pistachios or almonds (optional)

DIRECTIONS

Grill the Peaches

1. Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
2. Brush peach halves lightly with olive oil (and honey if using).
3. Place peaches cut-side down; grill 3–4 minutes until charred and caramelized.
4. Flip and grill 1–2 minutes on skin side; remove and let cool slightly.

Whip the Ricotta

1. In a Vitamix, blend ricotta, heavy cream, lemon zest, and a pinch of flaky sea salt until smooth and airy (30–60 seconds).
2. Transfer to a bowl and keep chilled.

Balsamic Glaze

1. If using aged Bona Furtuna balsamic, drizzle directly.
   

To Plate

1. Spoon a generous dollop of whipped ricotta onto each plate.
2. Nestle grilled peach halves on top.
3. Drizzle generously with balsamic.
4. Garnish with mint, flaky sea salt, and optional crushed nuts.