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Berry Compote with Crispy Won Ton Strips and Vanilla Ice Cream

Name: Berry Compote with Crispy Won Ton Strips and Vanilla Ice Cream
Ingredients: 1 cup raspberries; 1 cup blackberries, halved lengthwise if large; 1 cup quartered strawberries; 1/2 cup dry white wine; 1 tablespoon crème de cassis or Chambord liqueur; 1/4 cup sugar; 1 to 2 cups vegetable oil for frying; 8 won ton wrappers, thawed if frozen, cut into 1/4-inch-wide strips; 1 pint vanilla ice cream; Garnish: confectioners sugar for dusting

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Combine berries in a large bowl. Heat wine, crème de cassis, and sugar in a small heavy saucepan, stirring, until sugar is dissolved, then pour over berries. Toss gently and let stand 10 minutes.
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Heat 1/2 inch oil in a heavy skillet over moderate heat until a won ton strip sizzles when added. Fry strips in 2 or 3 batches, stirring gently with a slotted spoon, until golden, about 30 seconds. Drain on paper towels.
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Top compote with ice cream, then won ton strips.

Recipes sourced from Epicurious.com.

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