Candied Cranberries

Ingredients

 * 1 	cup  	Sugar
 * 2 	tbsp 	water
 * 1/2 	cup 	cranberries

Directions

 * 1) Cook ½ cup Sugar and 2 tablespoons water in heavy small saucepan over low heat, stirring until Sugar dissolves.
 * 2) Transfer to top of double boiler.
 * 3) Add cranberries.
 * 4) Cover berry mixture and place over simmering water.
 * 5) Cook 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
 * 6) Remove from over water.
 * 7) Let cranberry mixture stand at room temperature overnight.
 * 8) Place remaining ½ cup Sugar on plate.
 * 9) Drain cranberries well.
 * 10) Add t Sugar and turn to coat.
 * 11) Let dry at least 30 minutes.
 * 12) Can be prepared 3 days ahead.
 * 13) Cover and refrigerate.
 * 14) Makes about ½ cup.