Winter Fruit Compote

Directions

1. 1
   In large saucepan, combine sugar, water and ginger; bring to a boil over high heat.
2. 2
   Add dried fruit and bring back to a boil; immediately reduce heat to low simmer.
3. 3
   Cook, uncovered, until fruit is not quite tender, about 5 minutes.
4. 4
   Add cranberries and simmer, stirring occasionally, until cranberries pop.
5. 5
   Stir in orange and apple.
6. 6
   Remove from heat and allow to cool down.
7. 7
   For dessert, serve warm over ice cream, or at room temperature over a plain cake, such as angel food cake or pound cake.
8. 8
   Can also be served with yogurt; makes a particularly nice breakfast.