Dried Pear and Orange Compote with Honey and Sage

0 comments

Appears in Cook's Illustrated January/February 1995

Dried fruits, herbs, and spices transform a dessert into an unusual but easy-to-make savory accompaniment.

SERVES Makes about 1 quart

TIME 35 minutes, plus 30 minutes cooling and 1 week chilling

WHY THIS RECIPE WORKS

We used herbs and spices to transform a fruit compote recipe into a savory accompaniment. This rather tart fruit compote, developed to go with roast duck, quail, or other game, was best when made ahead and allowed to sit for at least a week...

Print