Peach and Plum Compote
This recipe makes 6 servings
Nutritional Info |
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|---|---|
| Per serving, about: | - |
| cal | 120 |
| pro | 1 g |
| total fat | 29 g |
| carb | 1 g |
Fresh mint highlights a bowl of sweet yet tart poached peaches and plums.
Ingredients
- 5 peaches or nectarines
- 1/2 cup riesling or other fruity white wine
- 1/3 cup packed brown sugar or granulated sugar
- 1 strip lemon rind
- 1 stick cinnamon
- 6 plums
- 2 tsp chopped fresh mint, (or 3/4 tsp/r mL dried)
- Fresh mint sprig
Preparation
Peel peaches; cut into 1/2-inch (1 cm) thick slices. In large shallow saucepan, combine wine, sugar, lemon rind, cinnamon stick and 1/2 cup (125 mL) water; bring to boil. Add peaches and return to boil; reduce heat to medium and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 8 minutes.
Meanwhile, cut plums into 1/2-inch (1 cm) thick slices. Add to saucepan; simmer, stirring occasionally, for about 7 minutes or until fruit is tender and liquid is slightly thickened. Discard lemon rind and cinnamon.
Stir in chopped mint. Serve warm or chilled garnished with mint sprigs. (Compote can be refrigerated in airtight container for up to 1 day.)
Additional information :
Tip: For a nonalcoholic version, substitute white grape juice or apple juice for the wine, and increase sugar to 1-1/2 cup (125 mL).
- Keywords : Dessert; Peaches; Plums; Boil; White wine;
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