Peaches are always evocative of summertime fun. Many of us think of times spent savoring fresh peaches from our grocer, a favorite roadside stand, or picked from our own trees. Elberta, Hale, Cling, Red Haven, Gala…fresh peaches can be enjoyed from mid-July through early September, depending upon the climate and variety. Delicious peaches are versatile, nutritious, and always adds a _air to many dishes, whether used in cakes, pies and breads, in preserves, as a salad ingredient, in wines or brandies, or any number of other imaginative ways. In Peach Delights Cookbook, author Karen Jean Matsko Hood presents her collection of more than 230 exciting peach recipes that will be sure to please everyone. Inside, you will also find some fascinating reading regarding this delicious fruit’s history, folklore, cultivation, and much more. With recipes using readily available ingredients, Peach Delights Cookbook will be a valued addition to any chef ’s bookshelf. ... Peach Delights was featured on Good Morning Northwest on August 10, 2008. The live news program is broadcast on KXLY Channel 4, the ABC TV affiliate in Spokane, Washington. Author Karen Jean Matsko Hood presented an array of cookbook recipes which were posted on news4.com, plus featured a live cooking demonstration. ... ... Few foods in life are as satisfying as a fresh, ripe, and juicy peach! And you ll be hard-pressed to find a collection with more mouth-watering recipes than what s presented here in this Peach Delights Cookbook. The ingredients are convenient and nutritious. Gardening tips and poetry are thoughtfully sprinkled throughout the pages which results in a truly comprehensive cookbook. If you enjoy eating peaches, you re in store for a fantastic feast! ... --Kimberly Carter, Publicist ... Peach Delights Cookbook has fascinating tidbits that will delight and entertain your family. With witty and factual information about the peach, as well as more than 230 wonderful tasty recipes, this cookbook promises to delight the palate and tantalize the taste buds. Also included is an enormous variety of scrumptious peach recipes that promise to deliver a unique experience. The history and poetry that is included will intrigue and enchant the senses while enjoying the prose. ... --Mary Scripture-Smith, Graphic Designer ... Praise to Peach Delights Cookbook which has all the makings of a classic favorite. Now you too can prepare that dish that everyone wants the recipe for! Author Karen Jean Matsko Hood presents a wide variety of delicious peach recipes. This book will serve you well through every day meals to special events, and even a seven course meal. Instead of the same routine, try something new and exciting! ... --Ed Archambeault, Spokane, WA ... Peach Delights Cookbook has fascinating tidbits that will delight and entertain your family. With witty and factual information about the peach, as well as more than 230 wonderful tasty recipes, this cookbook promises to delight the palate and tantalize the taste buds. Also included is an enormous variety of scrumptious peach recipes that promise to deliver a unique experience. The history and poetry that is included will intrigue and enchant the senses while enjoying the prose. ... --Mary Scripture-Smith, Graphic Designer ... Praise to Peach Delights Cookbook which has all the makings of a classic favorite. Now you too can prepare that dish that everyone wants the recipe for! Author Karen Jean Matsko Hood presents a wide variety of delicious peach recipes. This book will serve you well through every day meals to special events, and even a seven course meal. Instead of the same routine, try something new and exciting! ... --Ed Archambeault, Spokane, WA ... Peach Delights Cookbook has fascinating tidbits that will delight and entertain your family. With witty and factual information about the peach, as well as more than 230 wonderful tasty recipes, this cookbook promises to delight the palate and tantalize the taste buds. Also included is an enormous variety of scrumptious peach recipes that promise to deliver a unique experience. The history and poetry that is included will intrigue and enchant the senses while enjoying the prose. ... --Mary Scripture-Smith, Graphic Designer ... Praise to Peach Delights Cookbook which has all the makings of a classic favorite. Now you too can prepare that dish that everyone wants the recipe for! Author Karen Jean Matsko Hood presents a wide variety of delicious peach recipes. This book will serve you well through every day meals to special events, and even a seven course meal. Instead of the same routine, try something new and exciting! ... --Ed Archambeault, Spokane, WA Holiday and Special Events cookbooks in the author's Delights series include: New Years Delights - Book 1 Valentine Delights - Book 2 St. Patrick's Day Delights - Book 3 Easter Delights - Book 4 Mother's Day Delights - Book 5 Memorial Day Delights - Book 6 Father's Day Delights - Book 7 Fourth of July