Cranberry's

CRANBERRIES ARE NOW IS SEASON 

Its that time of year when cranberry's are now part of our diet so I wanted to offer up a little information about them, and a recipe you can make for the holidays. Cranberry's are a rich source of procyanidins, phytochemicals that appear to prevent bacteria from sticking to the urinary tract and causing infection. Researchers speculate that regularly drinking a glass of cranberry juice may deliver enough procyanidins to help ward off a urinary tract infection. They may also offer protection against cancer and cardiovascular disease.  They are low in calories, and a good source of vitamin C.  However, try to use unsweetened cranberry juice for the most benefits. 

Cranberry Pear Crisp
Ingredients 
4 ripe pears 
1 cup whole cranberries 
1/4 cup maple syrup

2 tablespoons lemon juice 
1/2 cup oatmeal 
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon flour 
1 teaspoon cinnamon 
1 tablespoon butter 

Topping can be whipped cream or vanilla ice cream

Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. 

In a medium bowl combine the peeled, cored and cubed pears, cranberry's, maple syrup, lemon juice and toss well. 

In another bowl combine the oatmeal, brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon. Cut in the butter to resemble course crumbs. 

Spoon the pear mixture into an 8 x 8 inch baking dish, top with the oatmeal mixture. Bake for 10 minutes at 400, then reduce the heat to 350 and cook for 20 minutes more, or until fruit is bubbling.

Serve with desired topping or alone.

Serves 4.