Ingredients
4 cups port wine or apple cider, divided3 cups fresh or frozen cranberries, thawed1/4 cup packed brown sugar4 orange zest strips (3 inches)3 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)5 slices fresh peeled gingerroot5 cardamom pods5 whole cloves4 cups apple cider or juice1/2 cup blanched almonds1/2 cup raisins
Preparation
In a large saucepan, combine 3 cups wine, cranberries, brown sugar, orange zest, cinnamon, ginger, cardamom and cloves. Cook over medium heat until berries pop, about 15 minutes. Mash slightly and cook 10 minutes longer.
Strain and discard pulp, orange zest and spices. Return mixture to pan; stir in cider, almonds, raisins and remaining 1 cup wine. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes. Serve warm.