Compote of Dried Fruit

250 g dried fruit (apples, prunes, pears, peaches etc.)
500 ml water
1 stick cinnamon
100 g castor sugar
100 ml sherry

Place fruit, water, cinnamon and sugar in a covered dish. Leave to soak overnight. Stir in sherry. Microwave covered at 70% power until the fruit is soft, 15-20 minutes. Serve cold with fresh Greek-style yogurt or cream.