BusinessAugust 29, 2026

compote

KOM-poht

Definition

A dish made of fruits cooked in syrup or water, often used as a topping for baked goods or desserts.

Etymology

Derived from the French word 'compote' (meaning mixture), which originated from the Latin 'compositus,' the past participle of 'componere' meaning 'to put together.'

In the news

The article mentions a 'backyard-apple compote' used as a sweet topping on a sourdough apple brioche served at the Gravenstein Apple Fair.

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