Gourmet Grape Compote

Ingredients

Grapes

2 cups, halved

Sugar

1/2 cup

Lemon Juice

2 tablespoons

Water

1/4 cup

Vanilla Extract

1 teaspoon

Cornstarch

1 tablespoon

Water for Cornstarch Slurry

1 tablespoon

Instructions

1. In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the halved grapes, sugar, lemon juice, water, and vanilla extract.
2. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, ensuring to stir occasionally to avoid sticking.
3. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes. By this time, the grapes should be soft and the liquid slightly thickened.
4. While the grape mixture is simmering, prepare a cornstarch slurry. In a small bowl, mix the cornstarch with a tablespoon of water until smooth.
5. Gradually add the cornstarch slurry into the grape mixture, stirring well to integrate it thoroughly.
6. Continue to simmer the mixture for another 5 minutes, or until the compote has thickened to your liking.
7. Once done, remove the saucepan from the heat. Allow the compote to cool before serving.
8. Serve your Gourmet Grape Compote as a delightful topping for pancakes, waffles, yogurt, or ice cream. It can also be a sweet addition to savory dishes like roast chicken or pork.