Papaya Poached in Cinnamon-Lime Syrup

Papaya Poached in Cinnamon-Lime Syrup
Papaya Poached in Cinnamon-Lime Syrup
Fruit simmered in cinnamon syrup is a typical after-dinner treat throughout Mexico.
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  • Served Person: Makes 6 servings
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  • 1 cup sugar
  • 2 cups water
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
  • sour cream
  • 1 cinnamon stick

Preparation Bring 2 cups water and sugar to boil in heavy medium saucepan over medium-high heat, stirring until sugar dissolves. Boil until syrup thickens slightly, about 6 minutes. Add papaya wedges, fresh lime juice, lime peel strips and cinnamon stick. Reduce heat to medium and simmer until papayas are just tender, about 8 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer papayas to bowl. Boil syrup until reduced to 1 cup, about 6 minutes. Pour syrup over papayas and chill at least 2 hours and up to 1 day. Spoon papayas and syrup into 6 dessert dishes. Drizzle with sour cream and garnish with additional lime peel.

Preparation Bring 2 cups water and sugar to boil in heavy medium saucepan over medium-high heat, stirring until sugar dissolves. Boil until syrup thickens slightly, about 6 minutes. Add papaya wedges, fresh lime juice, lime peel strips and cinnamon stick. Reduce heat to medium and simmer until papayas are just tender, about 8 minutes. Using slotted spoon, transfer papayas to bowl. Boil syrup until reduced to 1 cup, about 6 minutes. Pour syrup over papayas and chill at least 2 hours and up to 1 day. Spoon papayas and syrup into 6 dessert dishes. Drizzle with sour cream and garnish with additional lime peel.