Caramelized Fruit with Rosemary

Directions

1. 1
   Preheat the broiler.
2. 2
   In a small saucepan, combine 1/2 cup of the sugar with the lemon juice, rosemary and 1/4 cup of the water and bring to a boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
3. 3
   Let cool.
4. 4
   In another small saucepan, combine the remaining 1/2 cup of sugar with 2 tablespoons of the water.
5. 5
   Cook over high heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
6. 6
   Cook without stirring until a deep amber caramel forms, about 5 minutes longer.
7. 7
   Remove from heat and carefully add the remaining 2 tablespoons of water.
8. 8
   When the steam subsides, stir the caramel over moderate heat just until dissolved.
9. 9
   Thread the fruit on 16 skewers.
10. 10
    Set the skewers on a baking sheet and brush with the rosemary syrup; let stand for 10 minutes.
11. 11
    Broil the skewers on 1 side only for about 3 minutes, until caramelized.
12. 12
    Transfer the skewers to a large plate, drizzle with the caramel sauce and serve.