Raspberried Drumsticks

 

5 drumsticks w/ thighs attached

3 T soy sauce

1/3 C red raspberry fruit spread or jam

1 t prepared mustard

1/4 t ground black pepper

2 T cornstarch

2 T cold water

Cooked rice

 

Rinse chicken and pat dry with paper towels.  In a small bowl, combine soy sauce, fruit spread, mustard, and pepper.  Brush or dip soy mixture onto chicken.  Place chicken in slow cooker.  Pour remaining soy mixture over chicken.  Cover and cook on Low 5-6 hours or until chicken is tender. Remove chicken from crock and keep warm.  Turn control to Hi.  In a small bowl, dissolve cornstarch in cold water.  Stir into cooking juices in slow cooker.  Cook on Hi, stirring occasionally, 10-15 minutes or til thickened.  Spoon over chicken.  Serve over cooked rice.