Cranberry Orange Port Sauce

Elevate your holiday table with the irresistible flavors of Cranberry Orange Port Sauce—a sophisticated twist on a classic favorite. This vibrant dish combines tart, plump cranberries with the zesty brightness of freshly squeezed orange juice and fragrant orange zest. A splash of rich port wine adds depth and elegance, while a hint of warm spices from cinnamon and cloves creates a perfectly balanced symphony of flavors. Ready in just 20 minutes, this sauce boasts a silky texture and deep ruby hue, making it as visually stunning as it is delicious. Perfect for pairing with turkey, roasted meats, or even as a topping for brie or desserts, this make-ahead recipe is a must for stress-free entertaining. Add a touch of gourmet flair to your holiday spread with this easy, flavorful, and crowd-pleasing cranberry sauce! Keywords: cranberry orange port sauce, holiday cranberry sauce, cranberry sauce with port wine, easy cranberry sauce recipe, make-ahead holiday side dish, elegant cranberry recipes

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 12 ounces Fresh cranberries
• 0.5 cups Orange juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 tablespoon Orange zest
• 0.5 cups Port wine
• 0.75 cups Granulated sugar
• 1 piece Cinnamon stick
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground cloves
• 0.5 cups Water

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the cranberries under cold water and set them aside in a colander to drain.

Step 2

In a medium saucepan, combine the orange juice, orange zest, port wine, granulated sugar, cinnamon stick, ground cloves, and water.

Step 3

Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir the mixture until the sugar dissolves completely, about 2 to 3 minutes.

Step 4

Add the cranberries to the saucepan and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and simmer the sauce for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries burst and the sauce thickens.

Step 6

Remove the saucepan from heat and discard the cinnamon stick.

Step 7

Allow the sauce to cool to room temperature before transferring it to a serving bowl or storage container.

Step 8

Refrigerate the sauce for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld together. Serve chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(864.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1028.4

Total Fat 0.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 24.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 227.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.6g	0%
Total Sugars 193.0g
Protein 2.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 100.6mg	0%
Iron 2.1mg	0%
Potassium 817.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 0.9%

Protein: 1.1%

Carbs: 98.0%