Cranberry-Fig Compote

ingredients

• 1 12-ounce bag cranberries
• 1 1/2 cups ruby Port
• 3/4 cup fresh orange juice
• 2/3 cup sugar
• 18 dried black Mission figs, quartered lengthwise
• 1 tablespoon grated orange peel

directions

Combine all ingredients in heavy large saucepan. Cook over medium heat until cranberries are soft and figs are plump, stirring frequently, about 15 minutes. Cool to room temperature. (Can be prepared 3 days ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Serve cold or at room temperature.)