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Old-Fashioned Fruit Compote
 
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Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 60 Minutes
Ready In: 75 Minutes
Servings: 32
A perfect partner for your Christmas goose, this warm and fruity side dish can simmer while you prepare the rest of your menu, or make it a day ahead and reheat before serving. —Shirley A. Glaab, Hattiesburg, Mississippi
Ingredients:
1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks, undrained
1 package (18 ounces) pitted dried plums
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) sliced peaches, undrained
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, undrained
1 jar (10 ounces) maraschino cherries, drained
1 package (6 ounces) dried apricots
2 packages (3-1/2 ounces each) dried blueberries
1/2 cup golden raisins
4 lemon peel strips
1 cinnamon stick (3 inches)
Directions:
1. In a Dutch oven, combine all ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 50-60 minutes or until fruit is tender. Serve warm or at room temperature. Yield: 8 cups.
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