Winter Fruit Compote
Yield: Makes 4 servings
Ingredients:
1
can (16 ounces) pitted dark sweet cherries in syrup, undrained
1
tablespoon almond-flavored liqueur or 1/2 teaspoon almond extract
2
ripe Bartlett or Comice pears, peeled, cored and cut into 1-inch cubes
1
teaspoon chopped fresh mint
Fresh mint sprigs for garnish (optional)
Preparation:
1.
Drain cherries, reserving 1/4 cup syrup. Combine reserved syrup and cornstarch in small bowl; mix until smooth. Add mixture to saucepan; bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring frequently. Reduce heat to simmer. As mixture begins to thicken, stir in honey and liqueur.
2.
Stir in pears and cherries. Cook 2 minutes or until fruit is warm, stirring occasionally. Spoon into dessert dishes; sprinkle with fresh mint and garnish with mint sprigs, if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutritional Information:
|
Serving Size:
|
| Fiber |
4 g |
| Carbohydrate |
41 g |
| Saturated Fat |
<1 g |
| Total Fat |
1 g |
| Calories from Fat |
3 % |
| Calories |
164 |
| Protein |
1 g |
| Sodium |
4 mg |