Cranberry and apple compote
Description
The compote will delight you with its harmonious flavor, as the tartness of lingonberries perfectly complements the sweetness of fresh apples. Every drop of this compote captures the essence of autumn in your glass. Preparation won't take much time or effort, and its rich color and natural taste will bring you warmth and comfort. Serve the compote either chilled or hot. Adjust the sugar to your taste, and if desired, strain before serving. Fresh lingonberries can be substituted with frozen ones.
Instructions
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Step 1
Before cooking, prepare all the necessary ingredients for making cranberry and apple compote. Wash the apples thoroughly and dry them.
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Step 2
Sort the lingonberries, removing debris, leaves, and spoiled berries. Place the lingonberries in a colander, rinse with warm water, and let the water drain completely.
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Step 3
To make the compote rich and avoid long cooking, I crush the cranberries.
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Step 4
Cut the apples into quarters, remove the stems, cores, and slice into pieces. Pour cold water into a saucepan and add the apples.
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Step 5
Place the pot over medium heat and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat and cook the apples for 10-15 minutes. The cooking time will depend on the apple variety; softer varieties cook faster.
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Step 6
Add sugar to the saucepan and cook for 2-3 minutes until the crystals dissolve.
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Step 7
Add the chopped lingonberries and mix well. Bring the compote to a boil, reduce the heat, and simmer for 5–7 minutes. Remove the pot from the heat, cover with a lid, and let the compote steep for 30 minutes. During this time, the berries will settle to the bottom. Pour the ready lingonberry and apple compote, leaving the sediment behind, and serve.
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Step 8
Enjoy your meal!