Ingredients

1 1/2 cups distilled white vinegar or apple-cider vinegar 

1 1/4 cups sugar 

2 small dried bay leaves 

1 whole clove 

1/4 teaspoon whole peppercorns 

1/2 medium cinnamon stick 

Coarse salt 

6 small peaches, preferably freestone, peeled, halved, and pitted 

Preparation

Combine vinegar, sugar, spices, and 2 tablespoons salt in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring until sugar is dissolved. Fill clean containers tightly with peaches. Add boiling brine to cover completely. Let cool completely. Cover, label, and refrigerate at least 1 week before serving, or up to 3 months.