A (NAPS)-As the mercury rises throughout the warm-weather months, many seek respite from the heat via cool dips in a swimming pool or indulgence in chilling summer treats. Synonymous with summer, the succulent taste of fresh peaches can provide a much-needed refresher on even the hottest days.

Pair up the peach with its perfect partner-Reddi-wip real whipped cream-to make invigorating fresh fruit treats. Try this recipe from Reddi-wip®.

Peach Blossom Summer Sorbet

Sorbet
• 3 cups coarsely chopped, peeled peaches
• 1Ú2 cup frozen pineapple juice concentrate, thawed
• 1Ú3 cup amaretto liqueur (or 1Ú4 tsp. almond extract)
Salsa
• 1 cup finely chopped, peeled peaches
• 2 Tbsp. frozen pineapple juice concentrate, thawed
• 1 Tbsp. finely chopped fresh mint (or 1 tsp. dried mint)
• Reddi-wip real whipped cream
In food processor bowl or blender container, combine 3 cups peaches, 1Ú2 cup pineapple juice concentrate, and amaretto liqueur or almond extract. Cover and process or blend until smooth. Transfer to an 8"x4"x2" loaf pan. Cover and freeze about 4 hours or until firm. Break up frozen mixture and transfer to a chilled mixing bowl. Beat with an electric mixer until fluffy. Return to pan. Cover and freeze.
For salsa, stir together 1 cup peaches, 2 Tbsp. pineapple juice concentrate and mint. Cover and chill up to 2 hours. To serve, scoop sorbet into dessert dishes. Top with salsa and Reddi-wip real whipped cream. Makes 10 servings.

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