Fresh Cranberry Sauce Recipe
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Fresh Cranberry Sauce Recipe
Description
Fresh Cranberry Sauce Recipe combines fresh cranberries with both white and brown sugar, enhanced with cinnamon sticks, ground allspice, and nutmeg to create a warmly spiced accompaniment. The addition of fresh orange zest and juice introduces citrus brightness that balances the tart berries. The sauce is cooked gently to allow some cranberries to burst, thickening the mixture while leaving some whole berries for texture. It is then cooled before serving.
This sauce is versatile as a condiment for poultry, pork, or as a holiday table staple. Its sweet-tart balance and warming spices make it a seasonal flavor that complements rich dishes. The texture variation between burst and whole cranberries adds interest to the sauce.
According to the notes, it can be prepared up to one week ahead and refrigerated in an airtight container. For longer storage, freezing is an option; use a freezer-safe airtight container and consume within two months. Thaw in the fridge overnight prior to serving to preserve texture and flavor.
Ingredients
- 1 pound cranberries washed & dried, fresh
- 1 cup sugar
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- ⅓ cup water
- 1 cinnamon stick
- ½ teaspoon ground allspice
- ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1 orange zested & juices
Instructions
- Combine cranberries, sugars, and water in a medium pot over medium heat. Bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and mix in the cinnamon stick, allspice, and nutmeg. Simmer for 5-7 minutes (some of the cranberries will burst and some will remain whole).
- Stir in the orange juice and zest. Cool before serving.
Notes
- Make the cranberry sauce up to one week ahead and store it refrigerated in an airtight container to let the flavors develop.
- For longer storage, freeze the sauce in an airtight freezer-safe container and use within two months for optimal quality.
- Thaw the cranberry sauce in the refrigerator overnight before serving to preserve its texture and flavor.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 8people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 1128 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 1128kcal | 56% |
| Carbohydrates | 291g | 97% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Sodium | 27mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 334mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 283g | 566% |
| Vitamin A | 295IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 69.7mg | 77% |
| Calcium | 148mg | 15% |
| Iron | 0.8mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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