Blueberry compote with cherries for the winter

For compote, you can use both fresh and frozen berries. It is recommended to give preference to fresh ones, as with them the taste of the drink will be richer and more pleasant. When choosing blueberries and cherries, pay attention to the integrity of the berries. It's also worth sniffing the product. Berries should not have a sour aroma, which indicates that they have begun to deteriorate. Pour cherries and blueberries into separate saucepans. Check them for tainted or damaged berries. Then pour warm water over the cherries and blueberries. Remove leaves, insects and other floating debris from its surface. Leave the berries to infuse in water for 30 minutes. Then rinse the cherries and blueberries several times. Spread large tea towels on the table. Gently lay the berries on top of them and let them dry completely.

We prepare cans for compote. We need to sterilize them thoroughly. First rinse the baking soda cans in warm water. Scald the lids with boiling water and set aside. Dry the jars with a kitchen towel. Then fill the kettle with water and place it on the stove. When steam begins to come out of the spout of the kettle, place the jar on it for about 2-3 minutes. Then place it on a dry towel. You do not need to wipe the jar again, as it will dry in a few minutes.

Peel the cherries. To do this, you can use a special device or an ordinary pin. This step is optional. However, thanks to him, you will definitely save your teeth. Pour blueberries and cherries into jars.

Fill a pot with cold water. Transfer it to the stove. When the water starts to boil, gradually add sugar to it. It is best to do this in several steps. Stir the resulting solution constantly so that the sugar crystals have time to dissolve. When the syrup is done, turn off the heat and leave it on the stove for a few minutes.

Pour the mixture of cherries and blueberries with hot sugar solution. After that, cover the jar with a lid and tighten it. Make sure that no cracks appear on the glass. Then your compote will not last even for several days. Turn the jars over and place them with the lid down. Wrap them up in a small blanket or warm towel. Wait for the jars to cool completely. The compote can then be transferred to any cool and dry place in your home.

Blueberry and cherry compote is ready. Such a drink will definitely be able to reach the winter and delight you with its sweet taste on a cold snowy day. Compote will be able to preserve most of the vitamins that cherries and blueberries have. Hurry up to stock up on berries in order to cook it as soon as possible.