Description
A simple yet delicious cranberry sauce that harmonizes tartness with sweetness, perfect for holiday feasts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- Juice and zest of 1 orange
- Optional: Cinnamon, nutmeg, or ginger
Instructions
- Rinse the cranberries under cold water, discarding any wilted or damaged ones.
- In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, water, and the zest and juice of one orange over medium heat. Stir until dissolved.
- Add the cranberries and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Once boiling, reduce heat and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and let cool, as it will thicken further.
Notes
Experiment with spices like cinnamon or ginger to elevate the flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: cranberry sauce, homemade, holiday recipes, Thanksgiving, easy recipes
