Blackberry and Apple Compote (4-6)
Ingredients
Instructions
  1. Put the sugar and water into a large pan and stir over a moderate heat until the sugar has dissolved.
  2. Add the cinnamon, star anise and lemon zest and bring to a boil. Add the apples and simmer very gently for 5 minutes.
  3. Add the blackberries and continue to simmer until the apples are very tender and the compote is thick.
  4. Serve hot or cold with your preferred accompaniment.