Instructions: Its vital that the peaches for this recipe be very ripe. Unripe peaches not only dont taste good, but they are difficult to peel and pit without bruising. The kebabs can be broiled in your oven, or grilled on your outdoor grill.

Heat broiler. Put skewers in a dish of cold water to soak so they do not burn during broiling.

Cut peaches in half, using indentation on one side as a guide. With both hands, give a quick, sharp twist to halves to loosen them from the stones then cut in quarters. Hull strawberries, washing them first only if sandy. Drain skewers. Thread 3 strawberries and 4 peach quarters alternately onto each skewer. Brush kebabs generously with melted butter and roll in sugar so fruit is thoroughly covered.

Arrange kebabs on a broiler rack lined with foil. Broil about 3 inches from the heat until fruit is tender and caramelized, turning once, 4 to 6 minutes on each side. Serve hot or warm with the accompaniment of your choice.

Yield: 4 servings

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