4 pounds of fresh apricots, roughly chopped and brown spots/blemishes removed
juice from one lemon
zest from one lemon
¼ cup water (if you have juicy apricots, you may not need this)
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger (optional)
Instructions
In a heavy pot, mix together apricots, lemon juice, zest, water (if using), and vanilla extract. Add spices if using. Cook over moderate heat, just bringing to a boil then simmering for 15-20 minutes. The mixture will soften but remain chunky.
Cool and store in fridge for up to 2 weeks, longer in the freezer.
Recipe by story of a kitchen at https://www.storyofakitchen.com/healthy-snacks/apricot-compote-recipe/