12 ripe lg. peaches
2 c. water
1 c. honey
2 tbsp. lemon juice
2 sticks cinnamon, broken into pieces
1/4 c. brandy

Dip peaches into boiling water, then into cold water. Peel peaches and cut in halves, remove pits. Heat 2 cups water, the honey, lemon juice and cinnamon to boiling in 4-quart Dutch oven or kettle. Add peaches. Heat to boiling, reduce heat, cover and simmer 2 minutes. Remove from heat, stir in brandy. Peaches are now ready to be put in jars.