Peppercorn Winter Fruit Compote with Port and Lemon Zest
From the Sara Perry collection
| Yield | 3 to 4 cups |
Introduction
Adults will find this luscious medley of dried fruits, herbs, and spices the perfect partner for gingerbread or plum pudding. It also makes a delicious trifle filling and will sit, side by side, on the dinner plate as an accompaniment to roast turkey or pork tenderloin. This recipe comes from the book Christmastime Treats.
Ingredients
| 2 | cups port | |
| 1 | cup apple cider | |
| ½ | cup sugar | |
| ~ | Zest of 2 oranges, cut into strips | |
| ~ | Juice of 2 oranges | |
| ~ | Juice of 1 lemon | |
| 4 | bay leaves | |
| 2 | cinnamon sticks, each 3 inches long | |
| 8 | whole cloves | |
| 8 | whole peppercorns | |
| 2 | packages (8 ounces each) mixed dried fruits, larger pieces coarsely chopped | |
| ½ | cup dried cranberries | |
| ½ | cup golden raisins |
Steps
- In a saucepan with a lid, combine the port, cider, sugar, orange zest, orange juice, lemon juice, bay leaves, cinnamon sticks, cloves, and peppercorns. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, reduce the heat to a slow simmer and cook, uncovered, for 1 hour to blend the flavors. Stir in the dried fruits and continue to simmer for 30 minutes longer. Remove from the heat, cover, and let stand until cool.
Notes
The compote can be made up to 2 weeks in advance, and stored, covered, in a cool place. As it sits, it will absorb some of its liquid.
This recipe comes from Sara Perry’s article on holiday desserts.
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