Organization: always read the recipe first and make sure you have all the ingredients, at the right temperatures, and also the rest of the equipment and space to make it. This will make the process so much easier!

Baking time: keep in mind that all ovens and pans are different, even if they look the same or very similar. The baking time in my recipes are as accurate as I they can be, but it might take you more or less time. You can use a thermometer that is placed inside the oven (like the OXO oven thermometer) to check that your oven is the right temperature. I recommend you keep track of how your oven works and what tiny details you might need to adjust. 

Peach skins: I don't usually peel them but you absolutely can! You can also use nectarines which are very similar to peaches but with a thinner skin.

Serving it: we love it, and serve it, either warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, or plain at room temperature.

Variations: you can add some lemon zest (together with the lemon juice) to the filling if you want a sharper lemon tone. Or use orange zest and juice instead as they go very well with peaches and spices. Add some chopped pecans or walnuts to the streusel-like topping mixture for a crunchy crumble.