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Apple-Raisin Soup

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Soups 3 Servings

INGREDIENTS

2 c Apple juice or cider
2 Lg. cooking apples, peeled and cubed (2 cups)
1/4 c Raisins
2 Inches stick cinnamon
1 tb Brown sugar
1 tb Brandy

INSTRUCTIONS

In 2-quart saucepan combine first 4 ingredients.
Cover, simmer 15 minutes or till apples are tender.
Stir in sugar and brandy. Cover; chill. Remove stick
cinnamon before serving. Makes 3 to 4 servings.
Recipe from: Better Homes and Gardens, Soups & Stews
Cookbook copyright 1978 by Meredith Corporation, Des
Moines, Iowa
Posted to MM-Recipes Digest V3 #224
Date: Sat, 17 Aug 1996 16:29:53 -0700
From: Tonya <imbri@oz.net>

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