Apple and quince compote
Description
The drink can be prepared in 15 minutes if all ingredients are available. Serve it warm or cold, with sweet pastries, for dessert. The compote can be taken to work, on a picnic, during a trip, or to school. The main thing is to quickly peel the quince and apples before they darken.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare the listed ingredients. When purchasing, inspect the quince carefully, as fruits damaged by worms are often found.
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Step 2
Wash the apples in water, cut them into quarters, and remove the core parts. If there is paraffin on the fruit peel, be sure to cut it off. Rinse the quarters and slice them into the pot in which you intend to cook the compote. In exactly the same way, peel and slice the quince.
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Step 3
Pour sugar into a saucepan. Optionally, you can add a pinch of citric acid or lemon juice.
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Step 4
Pour in warm water and place the pot on the stove. Bring the contents to a boil, then reduce the heat to moderate and simmer the compote for about 15–20 minutes, until the fruit slices are tender.
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Step 5
As soon as the fruit slices release their aroma and flavor into the liquid, the compote is completely ready! Taste it, and adjust if necessary by adding more sugar or citric acid.
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Step 6
Pour into glasses or cups and serve either hot or chilled. The drink is delicious in any form!