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BUILT WITH SUPPORT Fruit
Steeped in Port
Makes 8 servings
So easy, you'll make it all the time (and you won't need any help).
1 cup water
1/2 cup sugar
1 Tbsp. lemon zest
1 cinnamon stick
2 lb. mixed dried
fruit (figs, dates, apricots, cherries, peaches, pears and prunes)
Mix wine, water
sugar and zest in medium sauce pot. Add
cinnamon stick; bring to a boil.
Stir in fruit. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer 30
minutes or until fruit is tender and poaching liquid is slightly thickened.
Serve warm or
chilled with poaching liquid.
Tip:
This is a great addition to a dessert buffet, sweet with a healthy halo. Served warm, it's also a great topping for vanilla ice cream.
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