1 tsp. butter
1/4 c. slivered almonds
1 (12 oz.) jar cherry preserves
2 tbsp. white corn syrup
1/4 c. red wine vinegar
1/4 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. nutmeg
1/4 tsp. cloves

In pie plate, place butter and almonds in microwave and toast. Use 1 1/2 quart casserole and stir together all other ingredients, cover and microwave on high 5 to 7 minutes, stirring after 4 minutes. Stir in toasted almonds just before glazing a ham or pork roast.