Cranberry Sauce

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4.9

39 reviews
Excellent
  • Prep Time

    10 mins

  • Cook Time

    10 mins

  • Total Time

    20 mins

  • Servings

    8 people

  • Calories

    86 kcal

  • Course

    Side Dish

  • Cuisine

    American

Cranberry Sauce

Classic cranberry sauce is so easy to make. It's a million times better than the canned stuff. This is perfectly spiced with the most delicious hint of vanilla and orange.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 1 (12-ounce) bag of fresh cranberries
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup white sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1 teaspoon orange zest
  • Juice from 1 orange about 3 to 4 tablespoons
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated ginger (from 1/2-inch knob of ginger)
  • 1 cinnamon stick

Instructions

  1. In a medium saucepan, set over medium heat, add the cranberries.
  2. Zest the orange and add the zest to the cranberries.
  3. Squeeze in the orange juice, along with all of the other ingredients.
  4. Bring to a simmer and cook for about 10 to 15 minutes, until the cranberries have burst and the sauce has reduced slightly. Give it a taste (be careful, it'll be hot!) and adjust the seasonings. You may want it to be a bit sweeter.
  5. Remove the cinnamon stick and discard. Transfer to the refrigerator to chill. The cranberry sauce will thicken as it cools.
  6. Keeps in the fridge when stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Notes

  • To Make Ahead: 
  • This recipe is great to make-ahead. Make the recipe in its entirety and transfer to an airtight container. When completely cool, place a lid on it and keep it in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat, if you like, over low heat and serve. 
  • Equipment: 
  • Le Creuset Saucepan | Silicon Spatulas | Microplane | Knife | Cutting Board | OXO Measuring Cups | OXO Measuring Spoons | 

Nutrition Information

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Calories 86kcal (4%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8people

Amount Per Serving

Calories 86 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories 86kcal 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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