Ingredients

1/3 cup butter, softened1 cup sugar2 large eggs1/3 cup water1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/8 teaspoon almond extract1 cup diced peeled peaches1-2/3 cups all-purpose flour1 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon baking powder1/2 cup chopped pecansTOPPING:2 tablespoons chopped pecans2 tablespoons brown sugar

Preparation

In a bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add the eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Beat in water and extracts. Stir in peaches. Combine flour, baking soda, salt and baking powder; gradually add to the creamed mixture. Stir in pecans.

Pour into a greased 9x5-in. loaf pan. Combine topping ingredients; sprinkle over batter. Bake at 350° for 50-55 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool for 10 minutes before removing from pan to a wire rack.