Double-Mint Fruit Compote Recipe

Name: Double-Mint Fruit Compote
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups water; 2/3 cup sugar; 1/2 vanilla bean, split lengthwise; 2 bunches fresh mint, stems trimmed; 2 to 3 drops pure peppermint extract; 1 1-pint basket strawberries, hulled, halved; 2 bananas, peeled, cut into 1-inch pieces; 3 kiwis, peeled, each cut into 1-inch pieces; 1/2 cantaloupe, peeled, cut into 1-inch pieces; Fresh mint sprigs

Servings: persons

2 cups water
2/3 cup sugar
1/2 vanilla bean, split lengthwise
2 bunches fresh mint, stems trimmed
2 to 3 drops pure peppermint extract
1 1-pint basket strawberries, hulled, halved
2 bananas, peeled, cut into 1-inch pieces
3 kiwis, peeled, each cut into 1-inch pieces
1/2 cantaloupe, peeled, cut into 1-inch pieces
Fresh mint sprigs

1
Bring water, sugar, vanilla bean and 2 bunches mint to boil in heavy medium saucepan over medium-high heat, stirring until sugar dissolves.
2
Cook until reduced to 3/4 cup, stirring occasionally, about 25 minutes.
3
Strain into small bowl.
4
Add extract.
5
Cool.
6
(Can be prepared 2 days ahead.
7
Cover and chill.)
8
Combine fruits in medium bowl.
9
Pour over enough syrup to coat well.
10
Let stand 15 minutes.
11
Garnish with mint.

233

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups water, 2/3 cup sugar, 1/2 vanilla bean, split lengthwise, 2 bunches fresh mint, stems trimmed, and more.

Yes, Double-Mint Fruit Compote falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Double-Mint Fruit Compote

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