Sliced Peaches in Heavy Syrup

Store unopened cans in a cool, dark pantry. Once opened, transfer to a covered container and refrigerate. Discard if can is damaged or bulging.

Drain the syrup before using the peaches in recipes where you don't want extra sweetness.

The syrup itself can be used as a simple sweetener for drinks or other desserts.

Add drained peach slices to yogurt, cottage cheese, or oatmeal for a quick breakfast.

Vanilla ice cream

Yogurt

Cottage cheese

Pound cake

Oatmeal

Pancakes

Almonds

Cinnamon

Assuming the syrup is sugar-free; it is typically high in added sugar.

Overcooking the peaches, which can make them mushy.