Cranberry Sauce with Caramelized Onions
Elevate your holiday table with this rich and flavorful Cranberry Sauce with Caramelized Onions, a unique twist on a classic favorite. This recipe combines the tartness of fresh cranberries with the deep, savory sweetness of golden caramelized onions, creating a perfectly balanced side dish. Infused with the warm, spiced notes of cinnamon and a tangy hint of balsamic vinegar, this sauce pairs beautifully with roasted turkey, pork, or even a festive cheese board. With just 10 minutes of prep and a cozy 30-minute simmer, it’s easy to make yet sophisticated enough to wow your guests. Serve it warm or chilled for a versatile accompaniment that’s sure to be the star of your holiday meals.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Fresh cranberries
- 1 large Yellow onion
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons Brown sugar
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 0.5 cup Orange juice
- 0.25 cup Water
- 2 teaspoons Balsamic vinegar
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.125 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Cinnamon
Instructions
Peel and thinly slice the large yellow onion.
In a medium-sized saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat.
Add the sliced onion to the pan and sprinkle with a pinch of salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, for about 15-20 minutes, or until the onions are golden brown and caramelized.
Once the onions are ready, add the brown sugar to the pan and stir to coat the onions. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until the sugar dissolves.
Add the fresh cranberries, orange juice, water, granulated sugar, balsamic vinegar, ground black pepper, and cinnamon to the pan. Stir to combine.
Increase the heat to medium-high and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
Reduce the heat to medium-low and simmer the mixture for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries pop and the sauce thickens.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, adding more sugar for sweetness or a tiny bit more balsamic vinegar for tanginess.
Remove the pan from the heat and let the cranberry sauce cool slightly. It will thicken further as it cools.
Transfer the cranberry sauce with caramelized onions to a serving dish or airtight container. Serve warm or chilled.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
974 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.9 g | 32% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.1 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 62 mg | 21% | |
| Sodium | 618 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 197.1 g | 72% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.6 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 158.9 g | ||
| Protein | 4.3 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 114 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 791 mg | 17% | |
*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.
