White apple compote for winter
Description
The recipe won't take much time. Ingredient amounts are calculated for a 1-liter container. The drink turns out light and very fragrant. The key is to immediately pour boiling water over the sliced apples and add lemon juice to prevent them from darkening. Since the fruits are very delicate with thin skin, their flesh darkens quickly. It's best to preserve sliced apples, as preserves containing seeds can be stored for no more than a year, while those without seeds can last up to 2 years. The drink is ready to serve.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare the listed ingredients. Wash the apples in water, remove the stems and leaves. If you want to add a bit of lemon zest to the compote, scald the lemon with boiling water.
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Step 2
Cut the apples into pieces and remove the cores. Rinse the flesh and slice it. Work quickly, as the flesh begins to darken immediately.
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Step 3
Place it in a saucepan and add granulated sugar. Pour in the lemon juice. At this stage, you can also add other ingredients: cinnamon, zest, etc.
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Step 4
Pour in boiling water and place the container on the stove. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium. Simmer the compote for about 12–15 minutes, until the apple slices have imparted their color, flavor, and aroma to the liquid.
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Step 5
Taste the apple compote and adjust if necessary. Scald the jar and lid with boiling water or sterilize them by any other convenient method.
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Step 6
Pour the compote into the jar to the top, completely filling it. Immediately screw the lid onto the jar by hand or using a canning key.
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Step 7
Cool the compote at room temperature in the kitchen, then store it in the pantry until winter to enjoy on cool days or evenings.
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Step 8
If desired, in winter the compote can be served either chilled or warm, reheating it again in a saucepan.