Quince compote

8 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
2poundsFresh quince (2 lb. 3 oz.)
4cupsWater
¾cupSugar
Juice from one lemon
1Vanilla bean split lengthwise

Directions

A classic Eastern-Europe Jewish dessert, usually eaten after a heavy meal, such as Saturday's choulent.

Cube the quince (don't peel). Put all the ingredients in a large pan.

Bring to boil. Reduce heat to low, cover and cook 3 hours, until the quince turns slightly red. Cool and refrigerate. Serve cold.

Recipe by Gabi Shahar.