Peach Soup

• 3-1/2 cups sliced peaches
• Juice of ½ lemon
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 2 cups water
• Pinch of salt
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons cold water
• 1/4 cup heavy cream

Combine peaches, lemon juice, cinnamon stick and 2 cups water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer 10 minutes. Stir in salt and sugar. Mix cornstarch with cold water in a small bowl until smooth. Stir into peach mixture. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer 2 minutes. Remove from heat and discard cinnamon stick. Cool slightly and puree mixture in blender. Chill thoroughly. Stir in cream just before serving. Serve in chilled glasses. Serves 4-6.