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Message: <blockquote data-quote="moreluck" data-source="post: 685633" data-attributes="member: 1246">Fruit Poached In Vanilla Syrup (Compote De Fruits)Ingredients:3 cups water1 cup sugar1 piece (2-inch size) vanilla beanOR1 1/2 tablespoon vanilla extract2 cups peeled, cored or stoned pear, peach, or apricot halves or combination of theseDirections:Bring the water, sugar and vanilla to a boil in a 2 quart saucepan over high heat. Add the fruit, reduce the heat, and cook uncovered at a very slow simmer for 15 to 20 minutes, until the fruit is soft but not mushy. Let the fruit cool in the syrup for 30 minutes, then remove it to a bowl with a slotted spoon. Boil the remaining syrup until it is reduced by half and slightly thickened. Allow to cool and pour over the fruit. Refrigerate for at least one hour and serve chilled in dessert dishes or wine glasses.</blockquote>