Cranberry Conserve
4 cups cranberries
2 large oranges
1 cup chopped raisins
2 cups hot water
4 cups sugar
1 cup chopped nuts
Cut oranges into quarters and remove seeds. Grind cranberries and oranges, fruit and rind in food chopper. Add the hot water and bring to a boil. Cook quickly until fruit is soft. Add sugar and raisins. Cook over moderate heat, stirring often, until thickened. Add chopped walnuts or blanched almonds.