Cranberry compote for winter storage
Description
The recipe won't take much time. Lingonberries are probably one of the most beneficial forest berries, from which you can prepare many different dishes and preserves. The recipe for lingonberry compote for winter that I'm going to share with you is perhaps the simplest way to process and store these berries. Besides their healing properties, this compote has a pleasant taste that will appeal to everyone who doesn't like overly sweet drinks. And if you're interested,
Instructions
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Step 1
In the ingredients list, I've indicated the amounts for one 3-liter jar, so multiply everything depending on the number of your jars. Make sure the jars are well washed (they don't need to be sterilized).
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Step 2
Now sort through the lingonberries and wash them thoroughly.
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Step 3
Next, distribute the berries into jars; they should occupy approximately 1/3 to 2/3 of the jar's volume.
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Step 4
Place the jar lids in water and boil them for several minutes.
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Step 5
Then pour water into the pot and place it on the stove.
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Step 6
Add 500 ml of sugar to the water, mix and boil for a couple of minutes.
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Step 7
Remove the pot from the heat and pour the syrup over the berries, ensuring the liquid completely fills the jar and even overflows the top.
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Step 8
Close the jar with a lid.
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Step 9
We place all the sealed jars upside down on the floor and cover them with a blanket for 12 hours.
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Step 10
The finished compote should be stored in a cool place, for example, in a cellar.