APPLE FIG COMPOTE FOR CHEESE PLATES

By BobD

Ingredients

• 1-1/2 CUPS
• When adding the apples to the other ingredients, cook them gently to allow the compote to retain a little structure.
• 1/3 cup fig preserves
• 1 (3- by 1/2-inch) strip lemon zest, thinly sliced lengthwise
• 1 (3- by 1/2-inch) strip orange zest, thinly sliced lengthwise
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
• 3 tablespoons sugar
• 2 Granny Smith apples, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch dice
• ACCOMPANIMENTS: cheeses such as goat cheese and/or blue cheese; a baguette

Details

Servings 1
Adapted from gourmet.com

Preparation

Step 1

Simmer preserves, zests, juices, sugar, and a pinch of salt in a small heavy saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until thick and syrupy, about 5 minutes.

Stir in apples and gently simmer, stirring occasionally, until softened but apples still retain their shape, about 15 minutes.

Serve compote at room temperature or chilled.

COOKS NOTE: Compote keeps, chilled, 3 days.