Sauces and Dressings

Apple Compote

Name: Apple Compote
Yield: Makes about 3 cups

Makes about 3 cups

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Makes about 3 cups

A not-too-sweet waffle topping that is best served warm

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

Ingredients

4 medium to large apples (about 1 pound), peeled, cored and 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

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.
Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly. Remove cinnamon stick and serve warm or chilled.

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