Grandma's Cranberry Sauce
Give your holiday table a nostalgic, homemade touch with Grandma's Cranberry Sauce—a timeless recipe that's bursting with flavor and heartwarming memories. Made with fresh, tart cranberries, zesty orange juice, and a hint of citrusy orange zest, this recipe balances sweetness with vibrant tang, all elevated by a simmering cinnamon stick for a cozy, spiced aroma. Ready in just 20 minutes, including prep, this easy cranberry sauce thickens beautifully as it cools, making it the perfect make-ahead side dish for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any festive feast. Serve it warm or chilled alongside roasted turkey, ham, or stuffing to add a delightful pop of color and flavor to your holiday spread. Let Grandma’s Cranberry Sauce become your new family tradition!
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Ingredients
- 12 ounces Fresh cranberries
- 1 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 cup Orange juice
- 1 teaspoon Orange zest
- 1 cup Water
- 1 Cinnamon stick
Directions
Step 1
Rinse the cranberries thoroughly under cold running water and discard any that are soft or discolored.
Step 2
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the orange juice, water, and granulated sugar. Stir until the sugar dissolves completely.
Step 3
Add the rinsed cranberries, orange zest, and cinnamon stick to the saucepan. Stir gently.
Step 4
Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the mixture to a boil.
Step 5
Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer the mixture, stirring occasionally, for about 10-12 minutes or until the cranberries burst and the sauce begins to thicken.
Step 6
Remove the saucepan from heat and discard the cinnamon stick.
Step 7
Allow the cranberry sauce to cool slightly, then transfer it to a serving dish or airtight container. It will thicken further as it cools.
Step 8
Serve warm or chilled, depending on preference. Enjoy with your favorite holiday dishes!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1035.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1045.5 |
| Total Fat 1.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 14.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 269.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 234.9g | |
| Protein 3.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 93.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 1.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 748.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories