Warm Mixed Berry Compote
The heart of California style is the idea that each ingredient should be prepared to showcase its ripe natural flavor. For this simple dessert, berries are warmed in sugar syrup, then served warm with a scoop of ice cream.
Ingredients
- Strawberries - 1 cup, fresh
- Raspberries - 1 cup, fresh
- Blueberries - 1 cup, fresh
- Sugar - 1/2 cup
- Water - 1/2 cup
- Butter - 2 ounces
- Vanilla Ice Cream - 4 scoops
Instructions
In a large saucepan, bring the sugar and water to a boil, then simmer for 10 minutes. Add the strawberries and blueberries and cook 2 minutes. Take the mixture off the stove and stir in the butter and raspberries.
To serve: Spoon warm compote onto flat plates. Place a scoop of ice cream in the center of each and serve immediately.
