Cherry Juniper Jam

Directions

1. 1
   Combine the dried cherries, 2/3 cup water, vinegar, wine, sugar and salt into a pot.
2. 2
   Place the peppercorns, juniper berries and bay leaf into a coffee filter.
3. 3
   Using butcher's string, tie the coffee filter up so that the spices will not fall out.
4. 4
   Now place the filter in the pot with the rest of the ingredients.
5. 5
   Put the pot on the stove and turn the burner on high.
6. 6
   Once it begins to boil, turn the burner to low and let simmer for 10 to 15 minutes.
7. 7
   Stir the jam every couple of minutes.
8. 8
   Let cool for 30 minutes and put in a blender.
9. 9
   Blend until smooth.
10. 10
    This goes really well with game meat and poultry.