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A Quick Summer Fruit Compote.

A vibrant summer fruit compote made with peaches, plums, cherries, and a splash of Nyarai Cellars Origin Wine Spritzer. Perfect as a side with smoked duck or as a topping for desserts, pancakes, and more.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course: Appetizers & Snacks, Desserts, Global Favorites, Side Dishes, Summer Recipes, Vegetarian
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 lb peaches seeded, sliced
  • 1 lb plums seeded, sliced
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup cherries seeded
  • 1 cardamom pod
  • 2 pieces orange peel 1-inch slices
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1/2 cup Origin Wine Spritzer Nyarai Cellars
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Method
 

  1. Wash the peaches, plums, and cherries thoroughly. Remove the seeds and slice the fruits into large, chunky pieces for a rustic texture.
  2. Place the sliced fruits into a deep saucepan.
  3. Add the salt, cardamom pod, orange peel, lemon juice, honey, and Origin Wine Spritzer to the saucepan with the fruits.
  4. Turn the stove to medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally to combine all the flavors.
  5. Once it reaches a boil, reduce the heat to a simmer. Let it cook uncovered for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally until the fruits soften and the juices thicken into a compote.
  6. Before serving, remove the cardamom pod and orange peel. If you added bay leaves or ginger slices, be sure to remove those as well.
  7. Serve warm or cool. This compote pairs beautifully with smoked duck, much like cranberry sauce with roasted turkey. It also makes a delicious topping for ice cream, pastries, pancakes, and waffles.

Notes

Store in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Optional: Add a pinch of ground cinnamon and nutmeg for extra warmth, or a sprinkle of red pepper flakes for a subtle heat.

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