
Citrus Compote
Ingredients:
- 12 large blood oranges, navel oranges or
tangelos, or a mixture, about 4 lb. total - 1⁄4 cup crème de cassis or cassis syrup
- 2 Tbs. fresh lemon juice
- 3 Tbs. minced fresh mint, plus mint sprigs for
garnish - Zest of 1 orange, removed with a zester
- Pomegranate seeds for garnish (see related tip
at right) (optional)
Directions:
Pour the cassis and lemon juice over the oranges and stir to blend. Cover and refrigerate for 30 to 60 minutes.
To serve, transfer the oranges to a serving dish and sprinkle with the minced mint, orange zest and pomegranate seeds. Garnish with mint sprigs and serve. Serves 8 to 10.