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Spiced Cranberry-Pear Sauce

Cranberries, pears, and a touch of brandy make this a holiday sauce ideal for spreading on brea, crackers, meats, and other foods.

Date:

October 13, 2021

Author:

Rishi Tea

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recipes, culinary, fall, winter

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Ingredients

  • 4 oz fruit & spice-infused apple brandy
  • 8 oz fresh cranberries
  • 4 oz fruit & spice syrup
  • 2 ea large Bartlett pears, peeled & diced small

Preparation

  1. Combine all ingredients in a sauce pot over medium-high heat; bring to a boil then reduce to a simmer.
  2. Stir occasionally for 15 minutes or until cranberries burst.
  3. Remove from heat & transfer to a bowl to cool. Stir in 1-2 additional tablespoons of infused brandy, optional. Adjust sweetness with syrup.

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  • 2 Tbsp Rishi Cinnamon Plum herbal tea
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