cranberry sauce
This homemade cranberry sauce is a perfect complement to your holiday meals. It’s tart, sweet, and incredibly easy to make. Fresh cranberries combined with sugar and a hint of orange create a luscious sauce that will elevate any dish.
Equipment
- 1 Medium saucepan
- 1 Wooden spoon or spatula
- 1 Measuring cups
- 1 Measuring spoons
- 1 Zester or grater for the orange zest
- 1 Serving dish
Ingredients
- 12 oz fresh cranberries About 3 cups.
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup orange juice
- zest of 1 orange
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon Optional.
Instructions
- Rinse the fresh cranberries under cold water and remove any stems or damaged cranberries.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed cranberries, granulated sugar, orange juice, orange zest, and cinnamon (if using).
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 10-15 minutes, or until the cranberries burst and the sauce thickens. Continue to stir occasionally.
- Remove the saucepan from heat and let the cranberry sauce cool completely at room temperature. The sauce will continue to thicken as it cools.
- Once cooled, transfer the cranberry sauce to a serving dish and store it in the refrigerator until you're ready to serve.
Notes
This cranberry sauce can be made up to a week in advance, making it perfect for holiday preparations.
You can adjust the sweetness by adding more or less sugar, depending on your taste preference.
For a twist, consider adding chopped nuts or a splash of your favorite liquor.