Quince Compote

Directions

1. 1
   Fill a large bowl with water, and add the juice of 1/2 lemon.
2. 2
   Quarter the quinces and apples, and place the pieces you arent working with in the water while you peel, core and cut each quarter crosswise into 1 inch-thick pieces.
3. 3
   Combine the agave syrup and water in a large, heavy saucepan, and bring to a boil.
4. 4
   Turn the heat down and simmer.
5. 5
   Drain the quinces and apples, and add to the pot with the cinnamon and vanilla.
6. 6
   Bring to a simmer, cover, reduce the heat and simmer, stirring often, for one hour.
7. 7
   The quince will be soft and pinkish, and the apples may have broken down into apple sauce (depending on what type you use).
8. 8
   Serve hot or cold.