Superb Cranberry Sauce with Apples and Pears

Ingredients

• 5 cinnamons sticks , 3 inch
• 8 whole allspice berries
• 8 whole cloves
• 6 cups fresh cranberries
• 2.25 cups orange juice
• 4 Galas apples , peeled, cored and diced
• 4 Boscs pears , peeled, cored and diced
• 3 cups white sugar
• 1 cup brown sugar

Instructions

1. 1

   Place the cinnamon sticks, allspice berries, and cloves onto the center of a 8 inch square piece of cheesecloth. Gather together the edges of the cheesecloth, and tie with kitchen twine to secure. Place the sachet into a large saucepan along with the cranberries and orange juice. Bring to a boil over high heat, and cook until the berries begin to burst, about 10 minutes.

2. 2

   Stir in the apples, pears, white sugar, and brown sugar. Return to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer about 25 minutes until the apples and pears are slightly soft. Remove and discard the spice sachet. Scrape the sauce into a bowl, cover, and refrigerate overnight. Serve cold.