Called ibimi or bitterberries by the Cape Cod Pequot Indians and later dubbed "crane berries" by European settlers -- who noted that this berry's vine blossoms resemble the neck, head, and bill of a crane -- cranberries add a sweet tartness to this harvest snack mix.

Ingredients

• 2 cups sunflower seeds, raw
• 1 cup pine nuts
• 1 cup pumpkin seeds, raw

• 1 cup cranberries, dried and sweetened
• 1 cup raisins

Instructions

1. Measure all of the ingredients into a mixing bowl and stir with a wooden spoon until well combined.

2. Transfer some to a festive bowl to serve as an appetizer. Makes 6 cups.

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• November 2001