This cranberry-based dessert has the look and flavor of Christmas.
Ingredients
| 2 ½ c. fresh or frozen cranberries | 12 Tbsp. (1 ½ sticks) unsalted butter, melted |
| ¾ c. chopped walnuts | ¼ tsp. almond extract |
| ½ c. plus ¾ c. granulated sugar | 1 c. all-purpose flour |
| 2 large eggs | Pinch of salt |
Preparation
1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. In a 9-inch pie pan combine cranberries, walnuts and ½ cup of sugar; toss until coated.
3. In a medium bowl, whisk eggs, melted butter, remaining sugar and almond extract until blended. Fold in flour and salt until combined.
4. Pour the batter over the cranberry mixture. Bake for 40 minutes, until crust is golden and fruit bubbles.
5. Transfer to a wire rack to cool.
Serves 8.
Nutritional Information: Calories: 390; Fat: 25g; Cholestrol: 95mg; Sodium: 200mg; Total Carbohydrates: 39g; Dietary Fiber: 3g; Sugars: 24g; Protein: 5g.
