Cherry Almond Compote
 
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Serves: 1
Ingredients
  • 8 oz fresh cherries, washed, stemmed, pitted and halved
  • 1 tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 tbsp water
  • 1 tbsp amaretto OR 1 tsp almond extract
  • 1½ tsp lemon juice
  • ½ tsp cornstarch and ½ tsp water combined to make a slurry
Instructions
  1. In a small saucepan over Medium heat, add the sugar and water, swirling to combine.
  2. When the sugar has dissolved completely into the water, add the cherries and toss to coat.
  3. Cover and allow the cherries to cook at a simmer for 5 minutes until the juice releases.
  4. Add the lemon juice and swirl to combine.
  5. Add the amaretto, again swirling to combine.
  6. Cook another 5 to 8 minutes uncovered to reduce the liquid by half.
  7. Add the slurry and swirl to distribute, cooking until the sauce begins to thicken, approximately 2 minutes.
  8. Remove to a serving bowl and allow to cool slightly before using. The sauce will thicken while it cools.
Recipe by Cooking 4 One at https://www.cooking-4-one.com/2018/07/07/cherry-almond-compote/