Fresh Fruit Compote

The bits of plum and cherry peelings give this compote a wonderful color. If you don't like the peeling bits, simply peel fruit completely. Great over pound cake. Top with a bit of whipped cream.

• Ready In: 50 mins
• Serves: 8

Ingredients

• 2  fresh plums, partially peeled and cut into chunks
• 2  fresh pears, peeled and cut into chunks
• 2  apples, peeled and cut into chunks
• 20  fresh cherries, pitted and quartered
• 1⁄2 lemon, grated rind and juice of
• 2  tablespoons brown sugar
• 1⁄4 teaspoon cinnamon
• 2  tablespoons water
• 1  teaspoon brandy, rum or 1  teaspoon vanilla

Directions

1. In a sauce pan, add water first then the rest of the ingredients except for the flavoring.
2. Simmer gently for 30 minutes.
3. Add flavoring.
4. Serve with whipped cream or over cake.
5. I like it plain for breakfast!