Quince Apple Strudels with Quince Syrup - International Recipe | RecipeTable.net

Ingredients

• 2 pounds quinces (4 or 5)
• peeled
• quartered
• cored
• and cut into 3/4-inch pieces
• Reserved syrup from star-fruit chips
• 1/2 vanilla bean
• halved lengthwise
• 1 (4- by 1-inch) strip fresh lemon zest plus 1 teaspoon finely grated
• 2 pounds Gala apples (4 or 5)
• 1/2 stick (1/4 cup) unsalted butter
• melted
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 cup soft dried tart cherries (6 ounces)
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 slice firm white sandwich bread