Homemade Cranberry Sauce
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
2 mins
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Cook Time
10 mins
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Total Time
12 mins
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Servings
8
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Calories
90 kcal
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Course
Condiments
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Cuisine
American
Homemade Cranberry Sauce
Description
The Homemade Cranberry Sauce consists primarily of fresh or frozen cranberries simmered in a syrup made from sugar and water. Bringing the sweetened water to a boil dissolves the sugar before adding the cranberries, which cook until the skins burst releasing tart juices that balance the sweetness. A pinch of salt, cinnamon, and vanilla extract adds depth and aroma to the sauce. For a smoother texture, all the cranberries are cooked until broken down, while a whole-berry variation involves adding some cranberries later to maintain intact berries for more bite and visual contrast.
The finished sauce is cool and glossy, offering a bright tartness that can cut through rich meats like turkey or pork. Its vibrant red color and rich aroma are characteristic of homemade cranberry sauce traditionally served during holidays but also suited to year-round meals.
Rinsing and sorting the cranberries before cooking ensures a clean flavor and removes any damaged or soft fruit. Both fresh and frozen cranberries yield good results, with slight texture variation.
Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- 12 ounces cranberries frozen can also be used, fresh
- salt pinch
- cinnamon pinch
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Place the water and sugar in a medium pot over medium high heat. Bring to a boil.
- For a traditional cranberry sauce: Add the cranberries to the pot and boil for 1 minute. Reduce the heat to medium low and simmer for 10 minutes or until cranberries have burst.
- For a whole berry cranberry sauce: Add 3/4 of the the cranberries to the pot and boil for 1 minute. Reduce the heat to medium low and simmer for 10 minutes or until cranberries have burst. Add the remaining 1/4 of the cranberries to the pot.
- Add the salt, cinnamon and vanilla extract to the sauce, then cook for 1 minute.
- Let the sauce sit at room temperature until cool. Transfer to a storage container and place in the fridge until ready to use.
Notes
- Either fresh or frozen cranberries can be used; fresh may offer firmer texture.
- Thoroughly rinse and discard any soft or discolored cranberries for best flavor and texture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 8Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 90 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 90kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 22g | 7% |
| Sodium | 22mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 15mg | 0% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 22g | 44% |
| Vitamin C | 0.8mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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