Apple Compote

Makes about 3 cups

4     medium to large apples
(about 1 pound), peeled, coredand cut into ½-inch pieces
2     tablespoons granulated sugar
2     tablespoons water
1     tablespoon fresh lemon juice
½    teaspoon pure vanilla extract
¼    teaspoon kosher salt
1     cinnamon stick

Nutritional information per serving (¼ cup):
Calories 27 (2% from fat) • carb. 7g • pro. 0g• fat 0g • sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 12mg• calc. 4mg • fiber 1g

1. Put all ingredients in a medium to large
saucepan set over medium-low heat.
Partially cover, bring mixture to a simmer;
reduce heat to low to allow to cook down
slightly, about 30 minutes. Apples should be
knife-tender, but still maintaining their shape.
2. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly.
Remove cinnamon stick and serve warm
or chilled.