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Cranberry Sauce Recipe

A fresh and tangy cranberry sauce that perfectly complements holiday meals, easy to make and delicious.
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Course: Condiment
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cranberry sauce, holiday recipe, Thanksgiving, condiment
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 90kcal

Ingredients

  • 12 oz fresh cranberries
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • Zest of one orange
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  • Rinse the cranberries under cold water, removing any stems or damaged berries.
  • In a medium saucepan, combine the water and sugar; stir until the sugar dissolves.
  • Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat.
  • Add the cranberries to the boiling sugar water.
  • Reduce heat to a simmer and cook for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Watch for the cranberries to pop and soften.
  • Stir in the vanilla extract, ground cinnamon, orange zest, and salt.
  • Remove from heat and let the sauce cool to room temperature.
  • The sauce will thicken as it cools.
  • Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate until ready to serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 90kcal | Carbohydrates: 24g | Fiber: 2g