Apricot, rosewater and date compote

Warm dried fruit with honey until the juices run, then serve with creamy yoghurt for a satisfying winter dessert.

• 180g (1 cup) whole dried Turkish apricots
• 150g (1 cup) whole pitted dried dates
• 80ml (1/3 cup) blue gum honey
• 2 teaspoons rosewater essence
• 55g (1/3 cup) shelled pistachios
• 125ml (1/2 cup) warm water
• 1 x 200g ctn continental yoghurt (Attiki brand), to serve

Energy 1625kJ	Fat saturated 2.00g
Fat Total 9.00g	Carbohydrate sugars g
Carbohydrate Total 72.00g	Dietary Fibre 9.00g
Protein 8.50g	Cholesterol mg
Sodium mg

All nutrition values are per serve.

1. Step 1

   Combine the apricots, dates, honey, rosewater essence, pistachios and water in a medium saucepan and bring to the boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, covered, for 7-8 minutes or until apricots and dates are plump (see microwave tip).

2. Step 2

   Spoon fruit compote among serving bowls and serve with yoghurt, if desired.

Microwave tip: Combine the apricots, dates, honey, rosewater essence, pistachios and water in a heatproof, microwave-safe bowl. Heat, uncovered, on Medium-High/650watts/70% for 5-7 minutes or until the apricots and dates are plump.

Leftovers: Use pistachios in desserts.