Description
Elevate your holiday meals with this quick and easy cranberry sauce, bursting with sweet-tart flavor. Its vibrant red color makes it a stunning centerpiece for any table, while the delightful aroma brings back cherished memories of family gatherings. Perfect for Thanksgiving turkey or as a versatile condiment, this recipe is sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz fresh cranberries (about 3 cups)
- 1 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 cup water
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1 cinnamon stick (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse the cranberries under cool water and discard any blemished ones.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine rinsed cranberries, sugar, water, orange zest, and cinnamon stick if using. Stir gently.
- Bring to a gentle boil while stirring occasionally until cranberries begin to pop (about 5 minutes).
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10-15 minutes until thickened, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and let cool completely before transferring to a serving bowl.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup (60g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 21g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Feel free to add a pinch of cinnamon or extra orange zest for enhanced flavor. For added texture, consider mixing in chopped apples or walnuts. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two weeks.