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Classic Christmas Cranberry Sauce

Classic Christmas Cranberry Sauce That'll Wow Your Holiday Guests

This Classic Christmas Cranberry Sauce combines fresh cranberries with warm spices, making it a must-have for any holiday gathering.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: American
Calories: 30
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 12 ounces Fresh Cranberries Frozen cranberries can be used without thawing.
  • 1 cup Sugar Consider using brown sugar for a deeper flavor.
  • 1 cup Orange Juice Lemon juice can substitute if desired.
  • 1 cup Water Helps dissolve the sugar.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Enhances all flavors.
  • 1 stick Cinnamon Stick Remove before serving.
  • 1 strip Orange Peel Discard before serving.

Equipment

  • Large saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large saucepan, mix 1 cup of sugar, 1 cup of fresh orange juice, and 1 cup of water over medium heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves, about 3–5 minutes.
  2. Add 12 ounces of fresh cranberries, 1/4 teaspoon of salt, a cinnamon stick, and the peel of one orange. Stir gently to distribute evenly.
  3. Increase heat to bring the mixture to a simmer. Stir occasionally for about 10 minutes, until the cranberries burst and the sauce thickens.
  4. If desired, scoop out a few whole cranberries before they burst and set aside to stir back in for texture.
  5. Remove from heat and let cool for at least 30 minutes before transferring to a container and refrigerating.

Nutrition

Serving: 1tablespoonCalories: 30kcalCarbohydrates: 8gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 40mgFiber: 1gSugar: 7gVitamin C: 5mg

Notes

Store your cooled cranberry sauce in an airtight container for up to 10 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat on the stove before serving.

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