Cranberry-Pear Compote

By klgettins

Ingredients

• 12 ounces fresh cranberries
• 1 large firm pear, peeled, cored and diced
• 1 cup sugar
• 3 ⁄4 cup water
• 1 (3-inch) cinnamon stick
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Preparation

Step 1

Combine all ingredients in a 3-quart saucepan.

Cover and bring to a boil over high heat.

Just as the mixture comes to a boil, decrease the heat to low and simmer for 10 - 12 minutes.

Let cool completely and refrigerate 8-12 hours to thicken.