Description
Tasty Christmas Cranberry Sauce is a festive delight that transforms any holiday meal into a culinary masterpiece. This vibrant sauce, bursting with tangy and sweet flavors, complements turkey and elevates everyday dishes alike. With its glossy ruby-red hue, it not only tastes fantastic but also adds a beautiful pop of color to your table. Easy to make and perfect for creating cherished memories, this cranberry sauce will soon be a staple in your kitchen throughout the year.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz fresh cranberries (about 3 cups)
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions
- Rinse the cranberries under cold water, discarding any squishy berries.
- In a medium saucepan, combine cranberries, sugar, orange juice, water, and the cinnamon stick. Stir gently.
- Over medium heat, bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, listening for the delightful popping sounds as the cranberries burst.
- Cook for 10-15 minutes until the sauce thickens; stir occasionally.
- Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 105
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg