Cabernet Cranberry Sauce - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 1/4 c. sugar
1 c. dry red wine (Cabernet Sauvignon or Merlot)
1 pkg. (12-oz.) fresh cranberries
2 tsp. grated orange rind
1 (3-inch) cinnamon stick

Preparation

Bring sugar and red wine to boil in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat.
Add cranberries, orange rind, and cinnamon stick.
Return to a boil, stirring constantly.
Reduce heat, and simmer, partially covered, about 15-20 minutes or until cranberry skins pop.
Remove and discard cinnamon stick.
Cool slightly; serve warm, or chill for 2 hours, if desired.