Black Cherry Compote (Compote De Cerises Noires) Recipe

1. 1

   Combine 2 c. water and dry cherries in large saucepan.

2. 2

   Bring to boil.

3. 3

   Reduce heat; simmer till water is reduced to 1/4 c., about 15 min.

4. 4

   Scrape in seeds from vanilla bean; add in bean.

5. 5

   Stir in dark cherries with juices and remaining ingredients.

6. 6

   Simmer till cherries are tender and juices thicken, about 50 min.

7. 7

   Cold.

8. 8

   (Can be made 3 days ahead.

9. 9

   Cover and chill.

10. 10

    Serve at room temperature.)

11. 11

    This recipe yields about 3 1/2 c..

12. 12

    Comments: When in season, fresh cherries can be used in place of the frzn ones.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.