Cranberry Maple Sauce

Makes about 4 2/3 Cups.

Ingredients:

• 2 - 12 oz. packages of fresh cranberries
• 1 1/2 Cups pure maple syrup
• 1 Cup packed golden brown sugar
• 1/2 Cup water
• 3/4 teaspoon maple extract (wish Spice Hunter made this)

Directions:

1. Combine all ingredients in a heavy, large saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring often.
2. Reduce heat to medium; simmer until cranberries pop, stirring often, about 10 - 12 minutes.
3. Transfer to a large bowl or several small bowls. Cool completely. Cover & chill.
4. Can be made 5 days ahead and freezes beautifully.