Cranberry Spice “Sorbet”

5          cups cranberries (fresh or frozen − not thawed. If using frozen, use two 10oz bags)

1¼           cups granulated sugar

¼             cup orange juice

1              cinnamon stick

1              star anise pod

                Pinch ground cloves

                Pinch ground nutmeg

Nutritional information per serving (based on ½ cup): Calories 186 (1% from fat) • carb. 45g • pro. 1g 

• fat 0g • sat. fat 0g • chol. 0mg • sod. 21mg
• calc. 16mg • fiber 5g

1. Put all ingredients into a medium saucepan set over medium heat. Bring mixture to a boil and then reduce heat to maintain a simmer. Let simmer for 30 minutes, to allow most of the cranberries to open. Cool completely.

2. Once fully cooled, remove the cinnamon stick and star anise pod. Assemble the paddle holder of the Cuisinart^® Fruit Scoop™ Frozen Dessert Maker with the fresh fruit paddle. Place in freezer bowl and turn the unit on. While the unit is running, pour the mixture into the frozen freezer bowl.

3. Allow to churn until desired consistency, about 20 minutes.