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Brandied Fruit 05

A home-style Brandied Fruit 05 made with Sugar and Water. Scale it up or down for the number of people at the table.

Illustrative photo

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup
• 1/3 cup
• 1/2 tsp

Method (preview)

1. 1

   In a 2-quart saucepan, combine the sugar, water, citrus peel, vanilla bean and spices of choice.

2. 2

   Bring to a simmer; cook until clear.

3. 3

   Cool.

4. 4

   Stir cool syrup and flavorings into 2-1/2 cups 80-proof brandy or cognac.

5. 5

   Peel and slice 1 pound firm-ripe fruit and sprinkle it lightly with fresh lemon juice.

6. 6

   Pack fruit into the sterilized jars, leaving about 1/2-inch headspace.

7. 7

   Pour brandy mixture into each jar, making sure it covers the fruit.

8. 8

   If necessary, top off the jars with more brandy.

9. 9

   Seal and store the jars in a cool, dark place for a minimum of three weeks.