Whenever I soak dried fruit in hot water, to plump it for another recipe, I am always reluctant to throw out the soaking water because it tastes so good. I decided to simmer dried fruit with sweet spices and orange to obtain a delicious infusion that I would decidedly not throw out. A great beverage for a snowy day.
Ingredients
- 50 grams dried apricots (about 1/4 cup or 10 pieces)
- 35 grams dried sour cherries (about 1/4 cup)
- 50 grams dried cranberries (about 1/3 cup)
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 2 cloves
- 1 tablespoon dried orange zest
- 1 slice orange
- 4 cups water
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Nutritional Information
Nutritional analysis per serving (2 servings)
191 calories; 0 grams fat; 0 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 0 grams monounsaturated fat; 0 grams polyunsaturated fat; 50 grams carbohydrates; 4 grams dietary fiber; 41 grams sugars; 1 gram protein; 23 milligrams sodium
Note: Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available data.
Serves 2
Preparation
- Combine all of the ingredients except the honey in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce the heat and simmer 30 minutes.
- Turn off the heat, stir in the honey, cover and let the dried fruit continue to steep for 30 minutes. Strain and press the dried fruit against the strainer to extract the last of the tasty liquid. Serve hot or warm.
- Advance preparation: You can keep this in the refrigerator for a day or two. Reheat but do not boil.
1 hour
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