Immerse yourself in a world of flavors with this tantalizing dried cranberry and apricot compote. This delectable treat is a symphony of sweet and tangy notes, bursting with the vibrancy of dried cranberries and apricots. Whether you seek a luscious topping for your morning oatmeal, a delightful filling for your pastries, or a refreshing addition to your cheese platter, this versatile compote will elevate your culinary creations to new heights. Its vibrant hues and tantalizing aroma will captivate your senses as you embark on a journey of taste that promises to delight and satisfy.
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DRIED-CRANBERRY-AND-APRICOT COMPOTE
A vibrant sauce is the finishing touch on any Thanksgiving plate. This showstopping compote requires less than 15 minutes of hands-on time. Serve it with our Citrus-Rubbed Turkey with Cider Gravy.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Quick & Easy Recipes
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, bring cranberries, apricots, wine, and 1/2 cup water to a rapid simmer over medium. Cook, stirring occasionally, until liquid is almost absorbed and fruit is softened, 10 minutes. Stir in ginger and season with salt, pepper, and vinegar. Serve at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 147 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 1 g
CRANBERRY APRICOT COMPOTE
Categories Condiment/Spread Sauce Fruit Side Thanksgiving Vegetarian Quick & Easy Low Sodium Cranberry Apricot Fall Shallot Gourmet Fat Free Vegan Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes about 4 cups
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Quarter apricots and pick over cranberries. In a 3-quart saucepan bring water, sugar, and apricots to a boil and simmer, stirring until sugar is dissolved, 5 minutes. Add cranberries and simmer until berries have burst, about 5 minutes. Finely chop shallots and stir into compote. Remove pan from heat and cool compote completely. Compote may be made 2 days ahead and chilled, covered.
OATMEAL WITH DRIED FRUIT COMPOTE
This healthy (no salt, no sugar added)breakfast is "fast" food at it's best. Together golden raisins, apricots and cranberries make a colorful compote. For make ahead meals, place oatmeal/compote layers in individual covered containers and refrigerate (or pop a few in the freezer) until ready to reheat in the microwave. We serve this topped with warm milk or cream. What a great way to start the day!
Provided by Aroostook
Categories Breakfast
Time 40m
Yield 13 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- This recipe makes enough compote for 13 servings (a complete 18oz container of quick cooking oatmeal); Or you can store compote in the fridge while you make individual servings of oatmeal.
- Compote.
- In a medium saucepan combine fruit and water.
- Bring to a slow boil.
- Reduce heat, cover and simmer for 30 minutes.
- Oatmeal.
- In a large saucepan bring water to a full boil.
- Add rolled oats, reduce heat to medium and stir for 1 minute.
- Cover and let set for 5-10 minutes until oatmeal is set.
- To serve: Place a layer of oatmeal and a layer of compote in a bowl.
- Repeat.
- Sprinkle top with a dusting of cinnamon (optional).
- Serve topped with warm milk or cream.
- (optional).
CONCORD GRAPE AND DRIED-CRANBERRY COMPOTE
Use this fruit compote recipe from The Harrison chef Amanda Freitag as a tasty topping for her Yogurt Panna Cotta.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Healthy Recipes Gluten-Free Recipes
Yield Makes enough for 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 3
Steps:
- Place grapes and cider in a large heavy-bottomed saucepan over medium heat. Cook until grapes have released most of their juices, about 20 minutes. Strain grapes through a fine mesh sieve into a small saucepan; discard solids.
- Add cranberries to saucepan and heat over low heat until cranberries start to soften, about 5 minutes. Transfer to bowl, cover, and refrigerate until chilled.
DRIED CRANBERRY COMPOTE
Categories Sauce Fruit Dessert Thanksgiving Vegetarian Cranberry Fall Chill Vegan Bon Appétit Kidney Friendly Pescatarian Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes about 1 1/2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients in heavy medium saucepan and bring to boil. Cover and remove from heat. Let stand until cranberries have absorbed liquid but are still slightly chewy, about 1 hour. Refrigerate until cold. (Can be prepared 2 days ahead. Keep refrigerated.)
CRANBERRY SAUCE WITH APRICOTS, RAISINS, AND ORANGE
So easy and always a hit at our holiday dinners! This should be made at least one day ahead and refrigerated to thicken.
Provided by TINKERTHINKER
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Sauce Recipes Cranberry Sauce Recipes
Time 8h25m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large saucepan over medium heat, mix the orange juice, water, cranberries, sugar, apricots, raisins, and orange zest. Stir constantly until sugar has dissolved, about 5 minutes. Bring to a boil, and cook 10 minutes, or until cranberries have burst. Remove from heat, and chill at least 8 hours, or overnight, before serving cold.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 71.3 calories, Carbohydrate 18.5 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 0.6 g, Sodium 1.8 mg, Sugar 14.8 g
CRANBERRY COMPOTE
This best-of-the-season dish adds to the beauty and bounty of any holiday spread. Whether served warm or cold, it's a delectable fruity treat for the taste buds as well as for the eyes when it's presented in a clear glass bowl. -Carole Dishman, Hampton, Virginia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 25m
Yield 6 cups.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a saucepan, combine the first nine ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 10 minutes or until cranberries pop and apples are tender. Add the peaches and apricots; heat through. Stir in pecans; serve warm or chilled. Store in the refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 255 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 202mg sodium, Carbohydrate 51g carbohydrate (44g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
Tips:
- Prep ahead of time - compotes can be made up to a week before serving.
- Use high-quality dried fruit - this will ensure the best flavor.
- Soak the fruit before cooking - this will help plump them up and reduce the cooking time. If you're using dried cranberries, you can skip this step.
- Use a variety of spices and flavors - this will add depth to the compote.
- Cook the compote slowly and gently - this will help preserve the flavor and texture of the fruit.
- Taste the compote before serving - adjust the sweetness and spices to your liking.
Conclusion:
Dried cranberry and apricot compote is a versatile dish that can be used in many recipes, from breakfast to dessert. It's a great way to use up leftover dried fruit and it can also be a healthy snack. With its sweet and tart flavor, this compote is sure to please everyone at your table.
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