2 | lbs. | fresh peaches, peeled and sliced, about 4 cups |
½ | cup | brown sugar |
1½ | tbsp. | cornstarch |
2 | tsp. | lemon juice |
½ | tsp. | ground cinnamon |
1 | 9-inch | pie crust, baked |
TOPPING | ||
½ | cup | flour |
1/3 | cup | brown sugar |
¼ | cup | butter, softened |
¼ | cup | cinnamon |
1/3 | cup | chopped nuts, optional |
Combine the peaches with the sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and cinnamon. Toss lightly. Place peach mixture in the baked shell, cover with wax paper, and microwave on high for about 5 minutes, turning halfway through the cooking. Sprinkle with crumb topping and microwave on high for 4 to 5 minutes or until topping is set. Let stand until cool.
Crumb Topping: Combine topping ingredients with a fork.