Description
A delightful homemade cranberry sauce that’s quick to make and perfect for holiday celebrations.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 ounces of fresh cranberries, rinsed and drained
- 1 cup of granulated sugar
- 1 cup of water
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- Zest of one orange (optional for a citrus twist)
- 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon (optional for warmth)
Instructions
- In a medium saucepan, combine sugar, water, and salt. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
- Once the sugar is dissolved, add the fresh cranberries to the pot. Return to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. You’ll want to simmer the sauce for about 10-15 minutes.
- If you decided to use orange zest, cinnamon, or any optional add-ins, now’s the time to stir them in.
- After simmering, remove the saucepan from heat. Let the mixture cool for a bit, as it will thicken as it cools.
- Once cooled, transfer the sauce to a serving bowl or airtight container. It can be served warm or chilled, depending on your preference.
Notes
Cranberry sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge. It pairs wonderfully with turkey or can be used as a unique spread.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 33g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg