Hot Curried Fruit

This is a simple side dish that goes nicely with pork and is often used on special occasions and/or holiday meals to complement pork main entrées. You will always find this on the Blue Willow buffet at Thanksgiving.

1 (8-ounce) can sliced peaches in juice

1 (8-ounce) can sliced pears in juice

8 ounces apples, sliced

6 ounces apricots, sliced

6 ounces cherries, stemmed and pitted

⅓ cup butter

¾ cup packed light brown sugar

2 teaspoons curry powder

Partially drain the peaches and pears, reserving half the liquid. In a stockpot on medium heat stir together the peaches, pears, reserved liquid, apples, apricots, cherries, butter, sugar, and curry powder. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat to low, and allow to simmer for 30 to 40 minutes. Remove from the heat and allow to cool. Refrigerate overnight.

YIELD: 10 TO 12 SERVINGS