Cranberry Sauce
Cranberry sauce is a classic, sweet, and tangy dish that enhances any holiday meal, particularly pairing well with turkey and ham.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 12 oz cranberries (fresh or frozen) Use fresh cranberries for the best flavor.
- 1/2 cup water
- 1/2 cup fresh orange juice
- 1/2 cup sugar Adjust to taste.
- 1/2 cup brown sugar Adjust to taste.
- 2 tbs orange zest About 1 whole orange.
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
Cooking
- In a medium saucepan, add cranberries, water, orange juice, sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
- Cook over medium heat until the cranberries pop and the mixture thickens, which takes about 10-15 minutes.
- Remove from heat and add in the orange zest, mixing well.
- Once cooled, pour into an airtight container and place in the refrigerator to chill.
Notes
Cranberry sauce is best served chilled. Use fresh cranberries for a better flavor. You can adjust the sweetness by adding more or less sugar. Adding a splash of vanilla or a pinch of cloves can enhance the flavor. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two weeks or frozen for up to six months.