Cranberry Sauce
Cranberry sauce is a vibrant and tangy addition to your holiday feast, effortlessly enhancing everything from turkey to sandwiches. In just 30 minutes, you can whip up this easy homemade cranberry sauce that features a delightful balance of sweet and tart flavors. With its chunky texture and refreshing citrus notes, it’s not just a condiment but an essential element for any celebration.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 8 servings 1x
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 12 oz fresh cranberries
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 tsp orange zest
- 1 cinnamon stick (optional)
Instructions
- Rinse cranberries under cold water, removing any stems or blemished berries.
- In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine sugar and water; stir until sugar dissolves.
- Add cranberries once the mixture is bubbling gently. Simmer for about 10 minutes until cranberries pop.
- Stir in orange zest and cinnamon stick (if using), and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
- Remove from heat and allow to cool; sauce will thicken as it sits.
- Serve warm or chilled alongside your favorite dishes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 113
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg