CRANBERRY, SHALLOT, AND DRIED CHERRY COMPOTE

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Categories     Condiment/Spread     Sauce     Fruit     Side     Thanksgiving     Vinegar     Cranberry     Cherry     White Wine     Fall     Shallot     Gourmet     Kidney Friendly     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 to 8 servings (about 3 cups)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 pound small (1-inch-wide) shallots or pearl onions (preferably red), left unpeeled
1 tablespoon unsalted butter or vegetable oil
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup white-wine vinegar
1 cup dry white wine
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup dried sour cherries (5 ounces)
2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries (8 ounces; not thawed if frozen)
1/2 cup water

Steps:

  • Blanch shallots in a 3-quart saucepan of boiling water 1 minute, then drain. Peel shallots and separate into cloves if necessary.
  • Cook shallots in butter in 3-quart saucepan over moderate heat, stirring, 1 minute. Add sugar and 1 tablespoon vinegar and cook, stirring frequently, until sugar mixture turns a golden caramel, 15 to 20 minutes. Carefully add remaining vinegar, wine, and salt and boil, stirring, 1 minute (use caution, as mixture will bubble up). Add cherries and simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until shallots are tender and liquid is syrupy, about 45 minutes.
  • Add cranberries and water and gently boil over moderate heat, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until cranberries have burst, about 10 minutes. Transfer compote to a bowl and cool completely.

Nathaniel Svensson
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This compote is a keeper. I'll definitely be making it again and again.


Stacey Lavis
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a delicious and easy way to enjoy cranberries.


kimbo a
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This compote is a great way to get my kids to eat their fruits. They love the sweet and tangy flavor.


laura pawlow
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I love the way this compote smells while it's cooking. It fills my house with a warm and inviting aroma.


Hamda Muuse
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This compote is so versatile. I've used it as a topping for yogurt, oatmeal, and ice cream. I've also used it as a filling for pies and tarts.


Raj De Busso
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I'm always looking for new ways to use cranberries. This compote is a great way to add a tart and tangy flavor to my dishes.


Rama gad
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This compote is a great gift idea. I often make a batch and give it to my friends and family as a holiday gift.


Tawfiq sweis Majdi
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I love the bright red color of this compote. It's so festive and perfect for the holidays.


King_121 IQ
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This compote is a great make-ahead dish. I usually make it a day or two before I need it, so it has time to develop its flavors.


Saud sania
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I've never made compote before, but this recipe was so easy to follow. I'm definitely going to make it again.


Ali Dino
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This compote is a great way to use up leftover cranberries. I always have a bag of cranberries in the freezer, so I can make this compote whenever I want.


Nick Vrentzos
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I like to serve this compote with roasted turkey or chicken. It's also great on waffles or pancakes.


Dr Aminullah Nangrahari
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This compote is so easy to make. I always have the ingredients on hand, so I can make it at a moment's notice.


Destination anchor
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I'm not a huge fan of cranberries, but I really enjoyed this compote. The shallots and dried cherries really balance out the tartness of the cranberries.


Kamranimran Kamranimran
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This compote is perfect for any occasion. I've served it at Thanksgiving, Christmas, and even at summer picnics.


Shacie Page
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I love the addition of shallots and dried cherries to this compote. It gives it a unique and delicious flavor.


Malik Saim
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This is the best cranberry compote I've ever had. It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Zaigham Zman
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I made this compote for my Thanksgiving meal and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


habesha E
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This compote was a hit at my holiday party! The flavors of the cranberries, shallots, and dried cherries blended perfectly. It was the perfect balance of tart and sweet.