Slow Cooker Spiced Fruit Recipe

Ingredients

1 can (20 ounces) pineapple chunks, drained1 can (15-1/4 ounces) sliced peaches, drained1 can (15-1/4 ounces) sliced pears, drained1 can (15 ounces) apricot halves, drained1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained1 jar (10 ounces) maraschino cherries, drained 8 whole cloves2 cinnamon sticks (3 inches)1/2 cup packed brown sugar1/2 teaspoon curry powder1 cup white wine or white grape juice1/2 cup slivered almonds, toasted

Preparation

In a 3- or 4-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 6 ingredients. Place cloves and cinnamon sticks on a double thickness of cheesecloth. Gather corners of cloth to enclose seasonings; tie securely with string. Place bag in slow cooker. In a small bowl, mix brown sugar, curry powder and wine; pour over fruit.

Cook, covered, on low until heated through, 3-4 hours. Discard spice bag; sprinkle with almonds. Serve with a slotted spoon.