Cherry Compote

Name: Cherry Compote
Yield: Makes about 2 cups
Ingredients: 4 1/2 cups pitted fresh (or frozen, thawed) Bing cherries (about 20 ounces); 1 cup brandy or orange juice; 1/2 cup sugar

May 8, 2012

Recipe information

Yield
Makes about 2 cups

Ingredients

4 1/2 cups pitted fresh (or frozen, thawed) Bing cherries (about 20 ounces)

1 cup brandy or orange juice

1/2 cup sugar

Preparation

Step 1
Bring all ingredients to a boil in a large heavy saucepan; reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer until cherries are softened and start to release juices, about 10 minutes. Using a slotted spoon, transfer cherries to a medium heatproof bowl.
Step 2
Simmer juices until thick enough to coat the back of a spoon, 15-20 minutes. Pour reduced syrup over cherries. Serve warm.

TagsCompote Condiment Brandy Alcohol Beverages Cherry Stone Fruit Fruit Orange Citrus Dairy Free Gluten Free Nut Free Vegan Vegetarian Quick Easy 5 Ingredients or Fewer Weeknight Meals Simmer Summer Bon Appétit

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