Blueberry compote with apple for the winter

Rinse the apples in warm water. It is not necessary to clean them. Cut the apples into several pieces and remove the seeds from them. Set the finished fruit aside. Pour the blueberries into a small saucepan or bowl. Check the berries for tainted fruit. Fill it with water. Various leaves and other debris should float to the surface of the water, which must be removed. After that, change the water and leave the berries in it for about 30-35 minutes. When the time is up, rinse the blueberries several times. Place a regular tea towel on the table. Sprinkle blueberries on top of it and leave to dry.

Jars can also take a long time to sterilize. Therefore, you can choose one method that will be more convenient and faster for you. First, we need to wash the jars well. To do this, you can use your usual detergent or baking soda. The first method of sterilization will be with boiling water. Fill a saucepan with a little water and wait for it to boil. Scald the jars and lids with boiling water. The second method uses steam for sterilization. Fill your kettle or pot with water. When it boils, position the jar so that it fills with steam. Hold it in this position for 2-3 minutes. Spread a towel on a table or other flat surface. Place the jars on it. Leave them to dry completely.

Transfer the apple slices to a saucepan. Pour cold water over them and transfer everything to high heat. When the water starts to boil, gradually add granulated sugar to the pan. Stir the sugar syrup constantly to dissolve the crystals quickly. The next ingredient is citric acid. Add it to the syrup and stir it again. Thanks to her, the compote will definitely not be able to deteriorate and will stand until winter. When the sugar syrup is ready, turn off the stove. If you want your compote to turn out transparent, strain the solution.

Transfer apples and blueberries to jars. Pour sugar syrup over them gently. Then cover the jar with a lid. Place a small rag on the bottom of the pot. Fill it with water. Place a jar of compote in a saucepan. Move the structure to fire. When the water starts to boil, turn down the heat. Leave the jar on the stove for about 30 minutes. When the time is up, move it to the table and screw the lid back on. Turn the jars of ready-made compote over and place them on a towel. Due to this position and hot compote, the lid will undergo additional heat treatment. You can wrap the jars in a small blanket if desired. When they are completely cool, transfer them to the coolest place in your home. There the drink will wait in the wings.

A fragrant apple and blueberry compote is ready. Its main advantage is that it can easily cheer you up in cold weather. Compote can last until winter. Rest assured, it will definitely not deteriorate, and your time will not be wasted. Compote will please even the most fastidious gourmets. Try to cook it. Good luck!