Cranberry Apple Ginger Compote

1. 1

   If you have or can get clementine juice, skip to step two. Otherwise -- put about 4 or 5 peeled and seeded clementines into a blender. Blend on low speed until juice is extracted. Place this into a saucepan.

2. 2

   Place clementine juice, water, sugar and salt into a saucepan. Add cranberries, ginger, and apples and stir well. Turn heat on to MEDIUM.

3. 3

   Add cinnamon stick and stir gently.

4. 4

   Cover and simmer, stirring occasionally until fruit is soft and cranberries have exploded. (About 30 minutes) Note: If fruit is not cooked before your water evaporates, add more water and cook until soft.

5. 5

   Uncover and simmer until thick, stirring occasionally (about 10-15 minutes), But please don't walk away at this point! It may burn --

6. 6

   Turn heat off and let cool, then carefully remove cinnamon stick. Serves well either warm or cold. It's ready to eat!

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.