Description
This homemade cranberry sauce combines the tartness of fresh cranberries with the natural sweetness of orange and honey, creating a vibrant and flavorful accompaniment to your holiday meals.
Ingredients
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2 cups fresh cranberries, washed and picked
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1 orange, zested and juiced
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2 tablespoons cranberry juice (not cocktail)
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1/2 cup honey or sugar
Instructions
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Prepare the Orange:
Zest and juice the orange, setting both aside. -
Combine Ingredients and Simmer:
In a saucepan over medium-high heat, combine the honey (or sugar), orange zest, orange juice, and cranberry juice. Bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer for 5 minutes. -
Add Cranberries:
Add the cranberries to the saucepan and cook for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries burst and the mixture thickens. Avoid cooking for more than 15 minutes to ensure proper setting. -
Cool and Chill:
Remove from heat and allow the sauce to cool for 5 minutes. Transfer to a container and refrigerate for at least 6 hours or overnight.
