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FRESH FRUIT DESSERT



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 10m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 fresh medium pineapple
3 large mangoes
3 oranges

Steps:

  • Peel and cut up pineapple, mango and orange. Put all the fruit neatly in a bowl and serve.

FRESH FRUITS AND DESSERT CHEESES



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     dessert

Time 5m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 pound seedless grapes (black, red, or green)
8 ounces triple-creme cheese, like Gourmandise with Kirsh or walnut, St. Andre, or Camembert
2 Bosc pears, sliced
1 small box sweet whole wheat biscuits

Steps:

  • Place rinsed grapes and pears on a cutting board with your favorite dessert cheeses and sweet biscuits for a simple, elegant end to your meal. Ask for help from the cheese counter specialist in your market; they'll let you try your pick of cheeses.

SWEET DRIED FRUIT COMPOTE



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Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     dessert

Time 1h55m

Yield 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups water, divided into 2 containers
8 ounces dried apples, pears and apricots
1/2 cup orange juice, freshly squeezed
4 ounces sugar, approximately 1/2 cup
1 lemon, zested
1 cinnamon stick
1 whole clove

Steps:

  • Combine 2 cups of the water with the dried fruit in a large bowl. Let soak for 1 hour.
  • In a small saucepan, combine the remaining 2 cups of water, orange juice, sugar, and lemon zest over medium-high heat. Add the fruit and the soaking liquid to the pan. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally. Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the cinnamon and clove. Simmer 40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the fruit has softened and the mixture has thickened. Remove from the heat and set aside to cool. Serve warm or cold.
  • Cook's Note: If using store bought dried fruit, chop the pieces into 1/2-inch chunks and simmer the mixture an additional 15 to 20 minutes.

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