Grilled Summer Peaches with Maple Sesame Toasted Oats and Vanilla Bean Ice Cream
Serves 6-8

Summer stone fruits are one of natures finest gifts. So let's celebrate the season with grilled summer peaches! Grilling peaches brings out their sweet juices while the warm, slightly char flavor is the perfect pairing next to cold vanilla bean ice cream. Prep the maple sesame toasted oats beforehand to make quick work of this perfect weeknight dessert.

Ingredients:
3 cups old fashioned oats
1/2 cup white sesame seeds 
1/2 cup black sesame seeds
1 cup chopped pecans
1 cup unsweetened coconut flake
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon Kosher salt
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 cup pure maple syrup
1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup tahini
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
6 peaches, halved and pitted
3 tablespoons vegetable oil, for brushing peaches and grill grates
Vanilla bean ice cream, for serving
Flake salt, for finishing

Directions:
1. Make the toasted oats. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper. 
2. In a large bowl combine the the oats, white and black sesame seeds, chopped pecans, coconut flake, cinnamon, brown sugar, and salt.
3. In a small, microwave safe bowl, heat until the butter is melted, roughly 30 seconds. In a medium bowl combine the maple syrup, olive oil, tahini, vanilla, sesame oil and melted butter. Stir until combined.
4. Pour the maple syrup mixture over the dry ingredients and use a wooden spoon to toss until the dry ingredients are coated.
5. Spread the sticky oat mixture evenly over the baking sheet and bake until golden brown, roughly 25-30 minutes. Toss occasionally to break up large pieces and ensure even roasting. Remove from heat and set aside.
6. Meanwhile, oil grill grates and heat the grill to high. Brush the flesh of the peaches with the vegetable oil. 
7. Grill the peaches, cut side down, until softened, 3-5 minutes. Use grill tongs to test and lift one peach to ensure grill marks are present and the flesh has slightly caramelized. Remove the peaches with grill tongs.
8. Serve peaches topped with the maple sesame toasted oats, vanilla ice cream, and a sprinkle of flake salt.

Tip: Oats can be prepped beforehand and stored in an airtight container for 2-4 weeks.
Tip: Select peaches that are ripe but firm so they can withstand the grill heat without falling apart.