cranberry orange sauce
Cranberry Orange Sauce is a tangy and sweet condiment that brilliantly complements holiday meals, especially turkey and ham. The fresh flavors of cranberries and oranges come together to create a bright and festive sauce that is easy to prepare and perfect for any occasion.
Equipment
- 1 medium saucepan
- 1 wooden spoon or spatula
- 1 zester or grater
- 1 cutting board
- 1 set measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 12 oz fresh cranberries About 3 cups.
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup fresh orange juice About 2-3 oranges.
- Zest of 1 orange
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup water
Instructions
- Rinse the cranberries under cold water and discard any that are shriveled or damaged.
- In a medium saucepan, combine the fresh cranberries, sugar, orange juice, zest, ground cinnamon, salt, and water.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and simmer for about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove the saucepan from heat once the sauce reaches your desired consistency, as the cranberries will start to burst and the sauce will thicken.
- Allow the sauce to cool at room temperature for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a serving dish.
- Serve warm or chilled. The sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Notes
For added flavor, consider mixing in a tablespoon of finely chopped fresh ginger or a dash of vanilla extract.
You can adjust the sweetness by adding more or less sugar according to your taste preference.
This sauce can also be made a day in advance, making it a great time-saver for holiday meals.