Delicious Holiday Cranberry and Apple Compote Recipe

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Delicious Holiday Cranberry and Apple Compote Recipe
Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
30mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on December 11, 2023

This holiday cranberry and apple compote is the perfect accompaniment to your holiday feast. Made with fresh cranberries, tart apples, and warm spices, it's a sweet and tangy side dish that will delight your taste buds. This recipe is quick and easy to make, and can be prepared in just 20 minutes. Serve it alongside roast turkey, ham, or even as a topping for desserts like cheesecake or ice cream. It's a versatile dish that will add a burst of color and flavor to your holiday table.

Ingredients

  • 12 oz fresh cranberries
  • 2 tart apples (such as Granny Smith), peeled, cored, and chopped
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup orange juice
  • 1 teaspoon grated orange zest
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger

Directions

  1. In a medium saucepan, combine the cranberries, apples, sugar, orange juice, orange zest, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
  3. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the cranberries have burst and the compote has thickened.
  4. Remove from heat and let cool before serving.
  5. Transfer the compote to a serving dish and refrigerate until ready to serve.
  6. Serve chilled or at room temperature as a side dish or topping for desserts.

Interesting Facts

  • Cranberries are native to North America and have been a traditional part of Thanksgiving and Christmas celebrations for centuries.
  • The tartness of cranberries pairs perfectly with the sweetness of apples, making this compote a balanced and flavorful dish.
  • Compotes are a type of fruit preserve that are cooked slowly to develop a rich, thick texture and concentrated flavors.