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Cranberry Sauce

Deliciously Easy Cranberry Sauce for Holiday Cheer

This Deliciously Easy Cranberry Sauce combines fresh cranberries, sugar, and orange juice for a vibrant, tangy condiment perfect for holiday meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Side Dishes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 70
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 12 ounces Fresh Cranberries Frozen cranberries can be used without thawing.
  • 0.5 cups Granulated Sugar Adjust to taste.
  • 0.75 cups Freshly squeezed Orange Juice Can substitute with apple or pomegranate juice.
  • 0.5 cups Water Essential for consistency.

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Easy Classic Cranberry Sauce
  1. In a medium saucepan, add 12 ounces of fresh cranberries along with ½ cup of granulated sugar, ¾ cup of freshly squeezed orange juice, and ½ cup of water. Stir well.
  2. Place the saucepan over medium-high heat and bring to a gentle boil for about 5-7 minutes, until cranberries pop and the color deepens.
  3. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy.
  4. Remove from heat and let cool for a few minutes. The sauce will thicken due to natural pectin.
  5. Transfer to a serving bowl. Serve at room temperature or refrigerate for up to 10 days for best flavor.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 70kcalCarbohydrates: 18gFiber: 1gSugar: 16gVitamin C: 5mg

Notes

This sauce can be stored in an airtight container for up to 10 days. Consider serving with a cinnamon stick or nutmeg for extra flavor.

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