Grilled Peaches with Almond Cream

Ingredients

• 0.3 cup almonds divided toasted sliced
• 3 tablespoons amaretto (almond-flavored liqueur)
• 8 ounce block softened
• 1.5 pounds peaches firm pitted ripe halved
• 2 tablespoons sugar 
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 

Equipment

• food processor
• bowl
• grill

Directions

1. Prepare grill.
2. Combine peaches and amaretto in a large bowl, tossing gently to coat.
3. Let stand 15 minutes.
4. While peaches stand, place 2 tablespoons almonds and sugar in a food processor; process 3 minutes or until a paste forms.
5. Add cream cheese and vanilla; process until smooth.
6. Remove peaches from bowl, reserving amaretto.
7. 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.
8. 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.
9. Serve warm.
10. Note: You may substitute 1/4 teaspoon almond extract plus 3 tablespoons water for the amaretto, if desired.