Sexy Fruit

I’ve been sort of obsessed with peaches. They have to be just about the sweetest, juiciest and sexiest fruits out there.

I picked out some great ones at the farmers’ market a couple of weeks ago. I can’t even tell you… I didn’t know such feelings were even possible for fruit. I’d find myself just staring at them in the fruit bowl, waiting anxiously until it was time to eat the next one. Sometimes I’d pick them up just to feel the velvety flesh, and then press them gently to my nose to catch a whiff of their scent.

The husband and I each ate one a day until they were gone – all too soon.

Sadly, the batch I picked up from the grocery store the next week was terribly disappointing. They looked beautiful on the outside, but seemed to ripen from the inside out, and completely miss that phase of peachy perfection.

Of course, I plan to try again. The peaches deserve another chance. Here’s why:

• 40 calories
• No fat
• No cholesterol
• No sodium
• Fiber (with the skin)
• Healthy carbs
• Vitamins A and C
• Potassium
• Sangria

Not to mention that amazing orange-blush color and delicate shape. Just sinful!

I really do feel like fresh peaches don’t get the attention they deserve. If you can, take a few minutes at your next market visit to purchase and admire them. They’re a guilty pleasure you’ll never regret.