From Culinary School of the Rockies

-½ cup water

-½ cup sugar

-½ cup real maple syrup

-1 bag fresh cranberries

-zest of one lime

-1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated

-pinch of salt

-freshly ground pepper

1. Put the water, zest, lime juice, sugar and maple syrup into a medium-sized heavy saucepan. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce heat to medium and simmer uncovered until the sugar has dissolved, about 3 minutes.

2. Add cranberries and continue to simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add ginger and mix well. Continue to simmer for an additional 8-10 minutes, until
most of the cranberries pop.

3. Season with salt and pepper to taste and serve.