Prep. time : 10 minutes
Infusing time: 1 hour
Cooking time: 30 minutes

Simple and elegant describes this delicate dessert; the perfect summer dinner party finale. The Mascarpone whipped cream is a truly decadent topper. As an alternative, replace the lavender with a vanilla bean [split lengthwise].

1. In large pot over medium-high heat, bring water and sugar to a boil, stirring occasionally; boil 5 minutes (do not stir). Add lavender; remove from heat and let sit 1 hour.
2. Add peaches to lavender syrup. Over medium-high heat, poach 8 minutes or until fruit is soft. Remove peaches with slotted spoon; continue cooking syrup 15 minutes or until reduced to 1/4 cup (50 mL).
3. In medium bowl, beat cream and icing sugar until soft peaks form; fold in cheese and nutmeg.
4. Arrange 2 peach halves each on 4 plates; top with Mascarpone cream and drizzle with lavender syrup.