Fiesta Peach Crown (Canned Cling Peaches from California Ad, circa 1951)

Fiesta Peach Crown
Canned Cling Peaches from California Ad, circa 1951

Make raspberry gelatin as directed on package. Add two tablespoons lemon juice. Cool until thick. Place swirl of drained canned cling peach slices  in 6 or 8 small round molds. Cover with gelatin. Chill until firm. Unmold. Serve with whipped cream. For Golden Fiesta Crown, use plain gelatin, following directions on package for lemon gelatin.

Peach Sponge Cakes

Source: Nancy Carter TV Cookbook, June 1964

1/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup water
2 large, fresh peaches
4 sponge cups
Whipped Topping (in a can)

Combine sugar and water, bring to boil, stirring until sugar is dissolved. Chill. When ready to serve, peel and slice peaches, pour syrup over them. Spoon into sponge cups and top with a spiral of whipped cream. 4 servings.