PEACH CREAM. No. 2.

The peaches can be peeled, pitted, and quartered up to 4 hours ahead; toss with a teaspoon of lemon juice and refrigerate in an airtight container to prevent browning. This dessert is best served the day it's made, as the meringue will begin to weep after several hours.

Cover loosely with plastic wrap and refrigerate for up to 2 days. The meringue will soften and may weep slightly, but the dessert will still be enjoyable. Do not freeze, as the custard texture will break down upon thawing. Serve chilled directly from the refrigerator.