Dried Fruit Compote

Serves: 4-6

Ingredients:

1 pound (500 g) mixed dried fruit
1 cup water
1/2 cup caster sugar
1/4 cup brandy
1/4 cup rum

Microwave Method:

1. Place dried fruit in a Pyrex bowl with water. Cover and cook for 2 minutes on HIGH.
2. Stir in sugar, cook a further 3-4 minutes on HIGH.
3. Stir in brandy and rum. Leave to mature overnight.
4. Reheat for 4-5 minutes on HIGH, stirring twice during cooking.
5. Serve hot over ice cream or cream.