Slow-Cooker Blackberry Cordial

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   In a large bowl, crush berries and sugar with potato masher.

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   Add to slow cooker and stir in 1 qt water, peppercorns, bay leaves, and lemon zest.

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   Cover and cook over low heat for 2-1/2 hours. Stir, increase heat to high, and cook 1-1/2 hours

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   Strain through fine mesh sieve without pressing on berries. Stir maple syrup into blackberry juice and let cool.

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   Stir in brandy, if using. Refrigerate up to 1 month.

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   With brandy use as a cocktail with seltzer over ice, or as a sauce for pork or chicken.

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   Without brandy, whisk with olive oil for a vinaigrette, or simmer until thick and pour over pancakes, waffles, or ice cream.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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