---------- Recipe via Meal-Master (tm) v8.03 Title: BRANDIED FRUIT MELANGE Categories: Fruits, Desserts Yield: 8 servings 1/2 c Brandy, or 1/2 c apple juice - plus 1 tsp. brandy extract 1/4 c Firmly packed brown sugar 1 3 to 4-inch cinnamon stick 2 c Fresh frozen peach slices 2 md Unpeeled Granny Smith apples - cored and sliced and cut - in half 2 md Seedless oranges, peeled, - and sectioned 1 c Halved strawberries 1 md Kiwi fruit, peeled 7 sliced In a small saucepan, combine brandy, brown sugar and cinnamon stick; mix well. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring constantly. In large bowl, combine peaches, apples and oranges; mix well. Pour hot brandy mixture over fruit; mix gently. Cover; store in refrigerator 8 to 10 hours or overnight, stirring occasionally. Just before serving, remove cinnamon stick. Add strawberries and kiwi fruit; toss lightly. Spoon into clear glass serving bowls to show off the bright colors. Makes 8 1-cup servings. -----