Hot Fruit Compote
For a refreshing dessert made quickly and with less money, try this recipe. The fruits compliment each other well and the topping add so much extra flavor.—Helen Austin, Grand Rapids, Ohio6 ServingsPrep: 10 min. Bake: 25 min.
Ingredients
- 1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks, drained
- 1 can (15-1/4 ounces) sliced peaches, drained
- 1 can (15-1/4 ounces) apricot halves, drained
- 1 can (15-1/4 ounces) pear halves, drained
- 1/4 cup maraschino cherries
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1/3 cup packed brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 4 whole cloves
- 1/8 teaspoon ground mace
- Dash salt
Directions
- In a 2-1/2-qt. baking dish, combine the pineapple, peaches, apricots,
- pears and cherries; set aside. In a small saucepan, combine the
- remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil over medium heat; pour over
- fruit. Bake uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until
- bubbly. Discard cloves. Serve warm. Yield: 6 servings.