Cabernet Cranberries and a cherry variation.

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1 1/4 Cups Sugar
1 Cup Cabernet Sauvignon
1 Package fresh cranberries -- (12oz)
2 Tsps grated tangerine rind
1 Cinnamon Stick -- (3 inch)

Bring first 2 ingredients to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium high heat. Add remaining ingredients, and return to a boil, stirring constantly.Reduce heat, and simmer, partially covered, 10 to 15 minutes or until cranberry skins pop. Remove and discard cinnamon stick. Cool slightly; serve warm, or chill 2 hours, if desired.

Makes 3 1/2 cups Prep: 5 min Cook time: 22 min

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Cabernet Cranberry-Cherry Sauce

1 1/3 cups Sugar
1 1/3 cups Cabernet Sauvignon
12 ounces fresh cranberries
zest from one orange
3 inch piece of cinnamon stick
2 ounces dried bing cherries

Bring first 2 ingredients to a boil in a medium saucepan over medium high heat. Add remaining ingredients, and return to a boil, stirring constantly. Reduce heat, and simmer, partially covered, 10 to 15 minutes or until cranberry skins pop. Remove and discard cinnamon stick. Cool slightly; serve warm, or chill 2 hours, if desired. Water bath for 15 minutes to preserve.