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Brandied Fruit Melange

From the Kitchen of: Sylvia

1/2	C	Brandy, or 1/2 C apple juice plus 1 tsp. brandy extract
1/4	C	Firmly packed brown sugar
1	3 to4-inch	Cinnamon stick
2	C	Fresh frozen peach slices
2	med	Unpeeled Granny Smith apples, cored, sliced and cut in half
2	med	Seedless oranges, peeled and sectioned
1	C	Halved strawberries
1	med	Kiwi fruit, peeled, 7 sliced

In a small saucepan, combine brandy, brown sugar and cinnamon stick; mix well. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring constanly.
In large bowl, combine peaches, apples and oranges; mix well.
Pour hot brandy mixture over fruit; mix gently. Cover; store in refrigerator 8 to 10 hours or overnight, stirring occasionally.
Just before serving, remove cinnamon stick. Add strawberries and kiwi fruit; toss lightly.
Spoon into clear glass serving bowls to show off the bright colors.
Makes 8 1-cup servings.