Cranberry Sauce
Cranberry sauce is the quintessential holiday companion, infusing your meals with its delightful blend of tartness and sweetness. This easy-to-make recipe requires just a few simple ingredients, transforming fresh cranberries into a vibrant sauce perfect for Thanksgiving or any occasion. With a bright flavor that complements turkey, ham, or even toast, this homemade cranberry sauce is sure to impress your guests and spark nostalgia at every gathering.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz fresh cranberries (about 3 cups)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1 cinnamon stick
Instructions
- 1. Rinse cranberries under cold water and remove any damaged berries.
- 2. In a medium saucepan, combine cranberries, sugar, water, orange zest, and cinnamon stick. Stir well.
- 3. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, allowing the mixture to simmer for about 10 minutes until berries pop and release their juices.
- 4. Remove from heat and let cool slightly before transferring to a serving dish. The sauce will thicken as it cools.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 60g
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating chopped nuts or additional spices like nutmeg. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two weeks and reheat gently on the stove if needed.