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Citrus-Cranberry Compote

By Karen DeMasco

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Citrus-Cranberry CompoteHirscheimer & Hamilton

Serve this sweet and tangy condiment with the Cranberry Spice Cake , or spoon it over vanilla ice cream.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    Makes 1 1/2 cups

Ingredients

1 orange
2 cups (8 ounces) fresh (or frozen, thawed) cranberries
1 cup pure maple syrup
1/4 cup fresh orange juice
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Finely grate zest from orange and set aside. Using a sharp paring knife, cut off peel and white pith from orange. Working over a small bowl, cut between membranes to release segments into bowl.

    Step 2

    Combine zest, cranberries, syrup, juice, and vanilla in a medium saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until cranberries have burst and sauce has thickened, 5-10 minutes. Chill until cold.

    Step 3

    Gently stir orange segments into compote. DO AHEAD: Can be made 3 days ahead. Cover and chill. Return to room temperature before serving.

TagsCompoteCondimentOrangeCitrusFruitCranberryBerrySideDairy FreeGluten FreeNut FreeQuickEasy5 Ingredients or FewerThanksgivingBon Appétit

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