From Bon Appétit, http://www.epicurious.com Makes 8 servings.
1/4 cup (1/2 stick) unsalted butter 6 tablespoons (packed) dark brown sugar 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg 2 1/2 pounds ripe peaches, pitted, cut into -inch-thick slices 1/2 gallon vanilla or caramel ice cream Whole pecans, toasted Sweetened whipped cream
Melt butter in heavy large skillet over medium heat. Add brown sugar; stir to blend. Add vanilla, cardamom and nutmeg. Stir 1 minute. Add peaches; toss gently to coat. Cook until sugar mixture melts and peaches are tender but do not fall apart, tossing occasionally, about 5 minutes. (Can be made 8 hours ahead. Cover; chill. Rewarm over low heat before using.)
Place 2 scoops ice cream in each of 8 bowls. Spoon peach mixture over ice cream, dividing equally. Garnish with pecans and whipped cream. - Updated: January 16, 2007
