Dan Goodman wrote:

> I've acquired what seems to be about two pounds of dried cherries, and am
> wondering how to use them in cooking.
>
Kay Hartman posted this recipe many years ago (with chicken legs, I
believe?) and the only improvement I think it needs is using peppers
with a little more *kick* than the anchoes.
Goomba * Exported from MasterCook *

Ancho-Cherry BBQ Sauce

Recipe By : Bon Appetit July 1999
Serving Size : 1 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Sauces

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 1/4 cups apple cider vinegar
3/4 cup ketchup
3/4 cup chopped onion
3/4 cup dried tart cherries
1/3 cup dark brown sugar
1/4 cup water
3 tablespoons molasses
2 large dried ancho chiles -- stemmed and seeded
2 cloves garlic
1 teaspoon ground coriander
pinch ground cloves

Combine all ingredients in heavy medium sized sauce pan. Bring to boil.
Reduce heat and simmer till chilies and cherries are tender, about 20
min.
Working in batches, puree mixture in blender. Return to saucepan. If
necessary simmer uncovered until sauce is reduced to 3 cups and is
thickened. Season with salt and pepper.