Healing Recipes: Cardamom Apple Compote

Ingredients:

• 4 apples, peeled and diced
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/4 cup honey (or to taste)
• 2-3 cardamom pods
• Zest and juice of 1 lemon

Instructions:

1. Combine all ingredients in a pot and bring to a simmer over medium heat.
2. Lower the heat and continue to cook for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the apples are soft and the liquid has reduced.
3. Remove the cardamom pods before serving.
4. This can be served warm or chilled. It's delicious on its own, or as a topping for yogurt, oatmeal, or pancakes.