To ripen underripe peaches, place them in a paper bag, pierce the bag in several places, and set it aside at room temperature for a couple of days. Adding an apple to the bag will speed ripening because apples exude ethylene gas, which speeds the ripening process. Refrigerate ripe peaches in a plastic bag for up to 5 days. Bring to room temperature before eating. Because of their fuzzy skins, peaches are often peeled before eating.
Canned peaches are available, sliced or in halves, packed either in sugar syrup or water.
Frozen peach slices are also available, as are dried peach halves. Please review our Legal Notice and Privacy Policy .