Cranberry Pear Relish
Brighten up your holiday table with this vibrant and flavorful Cranberry Pear Relish! Bursting with the tartness of fresh cranberries and the natural sweetness of ripe pears, this easy-to-make recipe is perfectly balanced with a hint of orange zest, warm cinnamon, and a touch of ginger. Simmered to perfection in just 20 minutes, this relish transforms into a rich, chunky sauce with a gorgeous ruby hue that’s sure to wow your guests. Ideal as a tangy accompaniment to roasted meats, a beautiful addition to a charcuterie board, or even a creative topping for sandwiches and wraps, this versatile dish is a must-have for any festive gathering. Plus, it can be made ahead and stored, making holiday prep a breeze!
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Ingredients
- 12 oz fresh cranberries
- 2 ripe pears, peeled, cored, and diced
- 0.5 cups granulated sugar
- 0.25 cups orange juice
- 1 tbsp orange zest
- 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon
- 0.25 tsp ground ginger
- 0.25 cups water
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the cranberries under cold water and set them aside.
Step 2
Peel, core, and dice the pears into small, bite-sized pieces.
Step 3
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the cranberries, diced pears, granulated sugar, orange juice, orange zest, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, and water.
Step 4
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil, stirring occasionally.
Step 5
Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring frequently, until the cranberries have burst and the pears are tender.
Step 6
Taste and adjust the sweetness if needed by adding a bit more sugar, depending on your preference.
Step 7
Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the relish to cool to room temperature.
Step 8
Transfer the relish to a serving bowl or an airtight container. It can be served immediately or chilled in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Step 9
Serve alongside roasted meats, as a holiday side dish, or as a flavorful sandwich topping.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (858.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 740.7 |
| Total Fat 1.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 11.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 193.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 23.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 147.6g | |
| Protein 3.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 85.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 750.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories