Cherry Compote

Directions

1. 1
   Bring cherry cider and dried cherries to boil in heavy large saucepan.
2. 2
   Remove from heat.
3. 3
   Cover; let steep 20 minutes.
4. 4
   Bring dried cherry mixture to simmer.
5. 5
   Mix in cherries and sugar.
6. 6
   Simmer until cherries soften, about 2 minutes for fresh and 5 minutes for frozen.
7. 7
   Mix brandy and cornstarch in bowl to blend.
8. 8
   Slowly stir into cherry mixture.
9. 9
   Cook over medium heat until mixture boils and thickens, about 1 minute.
10. 10
    Cool.
11. 11
    Cover; chill until cold.
12. 12
    (Can be made 2 days ahead.)