Jazz Up the Cranberry Sauce
Elevate your holiday table with this vibrant recipe for "Jazz Up the Cranberry Sauce"! Featuring fresh cranberries simmered with freshly squeezed orange juice, a duo of granulated and brown sugars, and a medley of warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger, this homemade cranberry sauce is bursting with bold flavor and festive flair. The addition of orange zest and a touch of vanilla extract takes it to the next level, while optional mix-ins like chopped pecans or dried cranberries offer delightful texture and richness. In just 20 minutes, you’ll have a show-stopping side dish that's perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any occasion in need of a sweet-tangy twist. Serve it fresh and watch as this upgraded cranberry sauce steals the spotlight!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz fresh cranberries
- 0.5 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed)
- 0.5 cup water
- 0.75 cup granulated sugar
- 0.25 cup light brown sugar
- 1 tbsp orange zest
- 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon
- 0.25 tsp ground nutmeg
- 0.25 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 0.25 cup chopped pecans (optional)
- 0.25 cup dried cranberries or raisins (optional)
Instructions
Rinse and sort through the cranberries, discarding any that are bruised or damaged.
In a medium saucepan, combine the orange juice, water, granulated sugar, and brown sugar over medium heat. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
Add the fresh cranberries, orange zest, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger. Stir to combine.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to medium-low. Let it simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. The cranberries will burst and the sauce will thicken.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract. If desired, mix in the chopped pecans and dried cranberries or raisins for additional texture and flavor.
Transfer the cranberry sauce to a serving dish and let it cool to room temperature. The sauce will continue to thicken slightly as it cools.
Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate for up to a week. Let it come to room temperature before serving for the best flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1317 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.2 g | 27% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.9 g | 10% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 27 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 295.9 g | 108% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.9 g | 71% | |
| Total Sugars | 255.6 g | ||
| Protein | 5.6 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 129 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 760 mg | 16% | |
*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.
