Stone Fruit Compote

By á-47

Ingredients

• 2 1/4 coarsely chopped stone fruit (peaches, mectarines, plums) about 3/4 lbs.
• 2 Tbsp. honey
• pinch coarse salt
• 3 Tbsp. water
• desired flavor combination
• .
• flavor comb: 1 star anise and 2 allspice berries
• flavor comb: 1 small stick cinnamon and 1 wide strip lemon zest

Preparation

Step 1

In small saucepan combine chopped fruit, honey, salt, water and desired flavor combination. Cook over medium-high, stirring occasionally, until fruit is soft, 8-12 minutes.

Transfer to a pint-size jar and let cool.

Store, covered in refrigerator up to 2 weeks.

Makes 1 1/3 cups