Dried Apricot, Cherry and Cranberry Infusion

Dried Apricot, Cherry and Cranberry Infusion
Andrew Scrivani for The New York Times
Total Time
1 hour
Rating
4(23)
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Whenever I soak dried fruit in hot water, to plump it for another recipe, I am always reluctant to throw out the soaking water because it tastes so good. I decided to simmer dried fruit with sweet spices and orange to obtain a delicious infusion that I would decidedly not throw out. A great beverage for a snowy day.

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Ingredients

Yield:Serves 2
  • 50grams dried apricots (about ¼ cup or 10 pieces)
  • 35grams dried sour cherries (about ¼ cup)
  • 50grams dried cranberries (about â…“ cup)
  • 1cinnamon stick
  • 2cloves
  • 1tablespoon dried orange zest
  • 1slice orange
  • 4cups water
  • 1tablespoon honey
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Nutritional analysis per serving (2 servings)

195 calories; 1 gram fat; 0 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 0 grams monounsaturated fat; 0 grams polyunsaturated fat; 52 grams carbohydrates; 5 grams dietary fiber; 44 grams sugars; 1 gram protein; 24 milligrams sodium

Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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Preparation

  1. Step 1

    Combine all of the ingredients except the honey in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil. Cover, reduce the heat and simmer 30 minutes.

  2. Step 2

    Turn off the heat, stir in the honey, cover and let the dried fruit continue to steep for 30 minutes. Strain and press the dried fruit against the strainer to extract the last of the tasty liquid. Serve hot or warm.

Tip
  • Advance preparation: You can keep this in the refrigerator for a day or two. Reheat but do not boil.

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