Sugared Cranberries And Sage Leaves

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These would be great as either a garnish for sweet potatoes or meat platters, or just as snacks. Bon appetit nov/07. Cooking times do not include 3 hours drying.

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Steps

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Bring water and 1 / 2 cup sugar to a boil in a small heavy saucepan , stirring until sugar has dissolved , then simmer , uncovered , 2 minutes.

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Remove from heat.

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Put remaining 1 / 4 cup sugar in a small bowl.

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Lightly brush cranberries and both sides of sage leaves with sugar syrup , then immediately roll in sugar.

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Transfer to a lightly oiled rack and dry at room temperature , 2 to 3 hours', cooks'"]".

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Ingredients

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water, sugar, cranberries, sage leaves