15 minutes
A delightful winter fruit medley infused with fresh orange juice and vanilla, perfect as a topping or a standalone treat.
Golden Raisins
cups
Zante Currants
cups
Dried Cherries
cups
Dried Apricots, diced
cups
Dried Apples, diced
cups
Fresh Orange Juice
cups
0.25 strips
cups
Vanilla Bean, split in half lengthwise
0.25 inch
Star Anise, optional
each
1. Combine Ingredients in Saucepan
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the golden raisins, Zante currants, dried cherries, diced dried apricots, and diced dried apples. Pour in the fresh orange juice and add the strips of orange zest and the brown sugar.
2. Add Vanilla Bean and Star Anise
Split the vanilla bean lengthwise with a sharp knife and scrape the seeds out. Add both the scraped seeds and the empty vanilla pod to the saucepan. If using, add the star anise.
3. Cook the Mixture
Place the saucepan over medium heat and cook for about 3 to 5 minutes, until the dried fruits have plumped up and the juice has thickened to a slightly syrupy consistency.
4. Remove and Serve
Remove the saucepan from heat and let the mixture cool slightly. Discard the vanilla bean, orange zest, and star anise. Serve the medley as a topping for yogurt, pancakes, or enjoy on its own.
Choose fresh, in-season varieties for the best quality and flavor. Heavy citrus and firm apples and pears are ideal.
Adjust sweetness or tartness with honey or citrus juice to achieve harmony in your medley.
Fresh zest intensifies aroma and adds color. Zest over the bowl right before serving.
Use 'supreming' to enhance texture and presentation by removing bitter pith.
A light dressing of citrus juice, sweetener, and liqueur or vinegar can tie the elements together.
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