Maple Cranberry Sauce

  • 2 12-ounce packages fresh cranberries
  • 1 1/2 cups pure maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 3/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Combine all ingredients in heavy large saucepan. Bring to boil, stirring often. Reduce heat to medium; simmer until cranberries pop, stirring often, about 12 minutes. Transfer to bowl. Cool completely. (Can be made 5 days ahead. Cover; chill.)