2 (6 oz.) bags diced dried fruit
3 c. water
2 tbsp. sugar
1 tsp. cornstarch
1 tsp. lemon peel
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. nutmeg
1 tbsp. honey
1/4 c. orange liqueur OR 2 tsp. orange extract

Bring dried fruit and water to a boil in medium pan. Simmer 10 minutes. Drain fruit, reserving 1 cup of liquid. Set fruit aside. Add remaining ingredients to liquid and bring to a boil, simmer to thicken. Pour over fruit. Serve warm or cold. This is especially good with oatmeal. You can add this compote to instant pudding and pour into graham cracker crust for a delicious pie.