Create a delightful berry compote that will brighten your winter evenings with its vibrant flavor and colors. The best part? This compote doesn’t require sterilization. Here’s how to make it, with a recipe designed for four 3-liter jars.

Ingredients:

  • Cherries: 600 grams
  • Strawberries: 800 grams
  • Lemon: 2 pieces
  • Orange: 4 pieces
  • Mint: 8 sprigs
  • Sugar: 800 grams

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Jars: Sterilize your jars thoroughly. Once clean, evenly distribute the cherries, strawberries, sliced lemons, oranges, and mint among the jars.
  2. Add Boiling Water: Pour boiling water over the fruit and mint mixture in each jar, making sure everything is well-covered. Let it steep for 30 minutes.
  3. Make the Syrup: After steeping, pour the water from the jars into a saucepan. Add the sugar and bring to a boil, stirring until the sugar is completely dissolved.
  4. Fill the Jars: Pour the hot syrup into the jars, ensuring the fruit is covered. Seal the jars with lids while the syrup is still hot.
  5. Enjoy: Your berry compote is now ready to enjoy. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for a refreshing taste of summer in winter.

Customization Tips:

Feel free to use any berries you prefer for this compote. Options include apples, peaches, grapes, raspberries, currants, or cherries. Each combination will offer a unique flavor profile, so experiment to find your favorite!

By preparing this berry compote, you’ll have a delicious treat to look forward to during the colder months, all without the need for complicated sterilization processes.

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