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Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cook Time: 15 Minutes |
Ready In: 30 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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A foolproof recipe, you can vary it by using other dried fruits and/or spices. You can use ruby or tawny port-no need to use a great vintage here, but do use something drinkable. I think it is worth it to seek out organic dried fruits. Ingredients:
12 prunes, pitted |
8 dried figs |
4 dried apricot halves (or peaches) |
4 dried pear halves |
3 pieces crystallized ginger |
1 clove |
5 allspice berries |
5 peppercorns |
1 star anise |
1 cinnamon stick, about 1-inch long |
1 cup port wine |
Directions:
1. Combine everything in a heavy non reactive pan and bring to a boil.
2. Lower the heat, cover and simmer for 30 minutes.
3. If the dried fruits are not sufficiently tender, add 1/4 cup of water and simmer and additional 15 minutes.
4. Once the fruit is sufficently tender, remove the fruit to a serving bowl and strain the liquid over the fruit.
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