Grilled Peaches with Almond Cream

Ingredients

• 4 medium firm ripe peaches (about 1 1/2 pounds), halved and pitted
• 3 tablespoons amaretto (almond-flavored liqueur)
• 1/4 cup sliced almonds, toasted and divided
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 (8-ounce) block 1/3-less-fat cream cheese, softened
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Cooking spray

Preparation

1. 1. Prepare grill.
2. 2. Combine peaches and amaretto in a large bowl, tossing gently to coat. Let stand 15 minutes.
3. 3. While peaches stand, place 2 tablespoons almonds and sugar in a food processor; process 3 minutes or until a paste forms. Add cream cheese and vanilla; process until smooth.
4. 4. Remove peaches from bowl, reserving amaretto. Place peaches, cut sides down, on grill rack coated with cooking spray; brush peaches with reserved amaretto. Grill 5 to 6 minutes on each side or until tender, basting occasionally with amaretto. Place peach halves on dessert plates; spoon 2 tablespoons almond cream into center of each peach half, and sprinkle evenly with remaining 2 tablespoons almonds. Serve warm.
5. Note: You may substitute 1/4 teaspoon almond extract plus 3 tablespoons water for the amaretto, if desired.