Recipe: Blushing Nectarine Sangria

 Blushing Nectarine Sangria 

1 3-inch strip of orange peel
1/4 cup sugar
1 fifth white zinfandel*
3 ripe fresh California nectarines
1/2 cup fresh orange juice
1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
1 chilled 10-ounce bottle club soda 

In bowl, bruise orange peel with sugar to release oils. Pit and crush one of the nectarines; add to bowl with wine, stirring to blend. Let steep in refrigerator several hours or overnight. Strain into pitcher; stir in orange and lemon juices. Pit and slice remaining 2 peaches and add to pitcher. Pour in club soda just before serving. Serve over ice in large glasses. *Alcohol free white zinfandel may be substituted. Makes 6 servings. 

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