Cherry Cabernet Brownies

prep time:: 15 min
total time:: 2 hr

Makes 16-20 brownies

ingredients

1 c. dried cherries
1 c. Cabernet Sauvignon
One 21 oz. package brownie mix
2 large eggs
1/2 c. canola oil, plus more for greasing the pan.

directions

In a small saucepan combine the cherries and Cabernet and bring to a simmer. Remove from heat and let stand for 30-60 minutes. Drain the cherries, reserving the soaking liquid. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Grease a 9x13 inch baking pan with canola oil. In a large bowl, combine the brownie mix, eggs, oil, cherries, and 1/4c. of the soaking liquid. Stir until well blended. Spread mixture in pan. Bake until toothpick comes out clean from center, about 30 minutes. Transfer pan onto a wire rack and cool completely before cutting.