Dark Cherry and Cranberry Compote

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup St. James Winery Velvet Red Wine
• 1-1/2 cups fresh cranberries
• 2 three-inch strips lemon rind
• 1 (16-ounce) bag frozen pitted dark sweet cherries
• 2/3 cup sugar
• 3 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Instructions

1. Combine the first four ingredients in a large saucepan over medium heat: cook 10 minutes or until fruit is soft, stirring occasionally.
2. Stir in sugar and juice. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer until thick, about 25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Discard lemon rind. Cool.

Serving Suggestion

While it’s still warm, drizzle a spoonful of this fabulous, fruity treat over vanilla ice cream and garnish with a sprig of mint. Or spoon chilled compote over angel food cake.