Roasted Fruits in Cider

Posted for Zaar World Tour, this is a great Russian dessert! This recipe is adapted from Everyday Cooking for the Jewish Home by Ethel G. Hofman. This is also popular in the Northeast and Canada.

• Ready In: 30 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 2  tablespoons walnut oil
• 1⁄4 cup maple syrup
• 2  teaspoons  balsamic vinegar
• 2  pears, cored and sliced 1/4-inch thick
• 2  apples, cored and sliced 1/4-inch thick
• 1⁄3 cup  chopped  mixed dried fruit (glazed if possible)
• 1⁄2 cup apple cider
• 2  tablespoons  chopped glazed pecans

Directions

1. Heat the walnut oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Stir in maple syrup and balsamic vinegar.
2. Add the pears and apples. Partially cover and cook over medium-high heat until just tender, 8-10 minutes.
3. Remove from heat. Stir in dried fruits and apple cider.
4. Transfer to a serving bowl. Sprinkle pecans over top. Serve at room temperature. Enjoy!