Lemon compote for winter storage
Description
The drink is quick and easy to prepare. Ingredient quantities are given for a 1-liter container. You can make a wonderful winter compote using ordinary lemons; it turns out not overly sweet, with a pleasant sweet-and-sour taste. You'll love it. The drink is ready to serve.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare the listed ingredients. Scald the lemons with boiling water beforehand to remove bitterness from the fruit.
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Step 2
Cut the lemons into quarters and remove the seeds.
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Step 3
Then slice the quarters and place them in a saucepan or pot.
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Step 4
Add granulated sugar. Optionally, you can add a little vanilla sugar or ground cinnamon.
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Step 5
Pour in hot water and place the container on the stove. Boil for about 20 minutes and taste the compote.
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Step 6
If you are completely satisfied with the taste of the drink, scald the jar and lid with boiling water.
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Step 7
Pour the compote into a jar and immediately seal the lid using the threads or a canning key. If the jar has threads, do not turn it upside down! Cool the preparation at room temperature.