Cranberry and Orange Sauce
Brighten your holiday table with this zesty and festive Cranberry and Orange Sauce, a simple yet stunning addition to your favorite meals. Bursting with the vibrant flavors of fresh cranberries, tangy orange juice, and fragrant orange zest, this homemade sauce comes together in just 20 minutes. Enhanced with a hint of warm spice from a cinnamon stick and the optional sweetness of vanilla, every bite is perfectly balanced between tart and sweet. Ideal as a Thanksgiving side dish or a flavorful topping for roasted meats and desserts, this versatile sauce is a must-have for any holiday spread. Make it ahead of time and enjoy the rich, citrusy aroma and pop of color it brings to your table.
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Ingredients
- 12 ounces fresh cranberries
- 0.5 cups orange juice
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 0.75 cups granulated sugar
- 0.5 cups water
- 1 stick cinnamon stick
- 0.5 teaspoons vanilla extract (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the fresh cranberries thoroughly under cold water and set aside.
Step 2
In a medium saucepan, combine the orange juice, orange zest, granulated sugar, and water over medium heat. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely.
Step 3
Add the cranberries and the cinnamon stick to the saucepan. Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
Step 4
Once boiling, reduce the heat to medium-low and let the cranberries simmer for about 10-12 minutes. Stir occasionally as the cranberries begin to pop and break down, thickening the sauce.
Step 5
Remove the saucepan from heat once the sauce reaches your desired consistency. Discard the cinnamon stick and stir in the vanilla extract (if using).
Step 6
Allow the sauce to cool to room temperature before transferring it to a serving dish or storage container.
Step 7
Serve alongside your favorite main dishes, or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (753.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 809.4 |
| Total Fat 1.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 11.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 208.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 15.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 175.4g | |
| Protein 2.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 81.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 545.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories