PEACH COMPOTE
This classic Peach Compote recipe from the early 1900s offers a simple yet elegant dessert. The recipe features tender peaches simmered in a sweetened syrup infused with cloves and cinnamon, creating a rich and aromatic flavor profile. Served cold with sweet cream, this compote is a refreshing and satisfying treat, perfect for a light dessert or a special occasion.
Ingredients
- 6 medium Peaches (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
- 1 cup Water (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
- 1/2 cup Granulated Sugar (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
- 3 each Whole Cloves (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
- 1 stick Cinnamon Bark
- 0 as needed Sweet Cream (Quantity estimated (not specified in original recipe))
Instructions
- 1Peel the peaches, leaving them whole. Place them in a saucepan.
- 2Add water and sugar to the saucepan. Add the cloves (remove the heads) and cinnamon bark. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until the peaches are tender, about 20-25 minutes.
- 3Carefully remove the peaches with a slotted spoon and place them in a serving dish. Continue to boil the syrup in the saucepan until it thickens slightly, about 5 minutes. Pour the thickened syrup over the peaches.
- 4Serve cold with sweet cream.