Baked Goods
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Contributed by Eileen Goltz. |
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Ingredients
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Instructions
In large skillet, combine sugar and water; heat to boiling over high heat, stirring until sugar dissolves. Add the pears and apples and return the mixture to boiling. Lower the heat and simmer three minutes, just until fruit is tender.
Pour mixture gently into large strainer set over large measuring cup. Reserve 1 1/2 cups cooking liquid, discarding any remaining liquid. Place the fruit in large, serving bowl; add the oranges and gently mix. In small bowl, mash one cup of the raspberries. Press puree through fine sieve into reserved cooking liquid (discard seeds). Add the liqueur and pepper; pour over fruit. Cover and chill overnight. Just before serving, add remaining fresh raspberries and mix gently.
*Special Instructions
Insect Infestation in Fresh Raspberries:
There are three main varieties—black, golden and red, the latter being the most widely available. Raspberries can be heavily infested with small mites and thrips.27 These insects can be nestled on the surface of the berry as well as inside the open cavity of the raspberry. Occasionally, small worms may be found in the cavity of the berry.
Note that tiny, dark-colored, leaf-like or seed-like protrusions in the berry’s cavity may appear similar to insects, making the true insects difficult to discern.
Inspection:
Due to the very delicate nature of raspberries, they cannot be placed in water nor may they be extensively handled. Therefore, we recommend the following procedure as the most practical and effective way of checking raspberries.on a countertop with ample overhead lighting. Raspberries should be dropped one by one onto the white surface. This will dislodge at least some of the insects that may inhabit the berry.
2. If two or more insects are found, a pint of berries is to be considered infested and may not be used. There is no washing procedure that will guarantee removal of all of the insects.
3. If after dropping the berries no insects are found, the berries should be visually inspected one by one. Pay careful attention to the cavity of the berry where insects often hide.
4. When working in a catering commissary, a larger amount of berries can be dropped on a light box at one time, minimizing the time of inspection.
Alternative method: recommended for large quantities:
1. After following steps 1 & 2 above, berries should be placed in a container of soapy solution (prepared with food-grade detergent) and agitated vigorously.
2. After a thorough rinsing, the berries may be spin-dried.
3. To verify that the washing has succeeded in removing all insects, check 5 berries per pint in the manner outlined above.
Serving Size
Serves 6.
Notes
The secret ingredient is pepper and it gives this fresh fruit compote a fabulous flavor. Great as a side dish or served over ice cream or pound cake.
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