Sour Cherry Compote

Directions

1. 1
   Combine water, sugar and lemon juice in heavy medium saucepan.
2. 2
   Scrape seeds from vanilla bean into saucepan; add bean.
3. 3
   Bring to boil over high heat, stirring until sugar dissolves.
4. 4
   Boil until thin syrup forms, about 7 minutes.
5. 5
   Reduce heat to medium; add cherries.
6. 6
   Stir 1 minute.
7. 7
   Cool compote.
8. 8
   Cover and chill until cold.
9. 9
   (Can be prepared 1 day ahead.
10. 10
    Keep chilled.)