- ¼ c. water
- 1 lb. fresh cranberries
- 1 c. sugar plus more to taste
- ¾ c. brandy
Combine water, cranberries, and sugar in a medium saucepan. Cook on low heat until cranberries begin to pop and sugar is completely melted. Check for sweetness. Remember: the brandy will add sweetness too. If you need to add sugar, continue cooking until 2nd addition of sugar is also completely melted. Remove from heat. When cool, stir in brandy. Let stand for a couple of hours. Store in glass container in refrigerator. Can be made days, even weeks ahead.
A small jar of these cranberries make a lovely hostess gift if you are invited out for Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner.