Spiced Cranberry and Zinfandel Sauce
Elevate your holiday table with this Spiced Cranberry and Zinfandel Sauce, a sophisticated twist on the classic cranberry side dish. Bursting with fresh cranberries simmered in bold Zinfandel wine, this sauce boasts layers of flavor enhanced by aromatic spices like cinnamon, cloves, and nutmeg. A touch of orange zest and juice adds bright citrus notes, perfectly balancing the tartness of the berries. Quick and easy to prepare in just 20 minutes, this versatile sauce can be served chilled or at room temperature, making it an effortless addition to Thanksgiving feasts, Christmas dinners, or elegant cheese boards. Whether paired with roasted turkey or dolloped over creamy desserts, this rich, wine-infused cranberry sauce is sure to become your new holiday favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 ounces Fresh cranberries
- 1 cup Zinfandel wine
- 0.75 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Orange zest
- 0.25 cup Fresh orange juice
- 1 piece Cinnamon stick
- 4 pieces Whole cloves
- 0.125 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 1 pinch Pinch of salt
Instructions
Rinse and drain the fresh cranberries, discarding any that are bruised or soft.
In a medium-sized saucepan, combine the Zinfandel wine, granulated sugar, orange zest, fresh orange juice, cinnamon stick, whole cloves, ground nutmeg, and a pinch of salt.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir gently until the sugar completely dissolves, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the cranberries to the saucepan and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
Cook the cranberries for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they pop open and the sauce begins to thicken.
Remove the cinnamon stick and whole cloves from the sauce using a slotted spoon or tongs.
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce cool slightly; it will thicken further as it cools.
Transfer the sauce to a serving dish or airtight container and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve chilled or at room temperature alongside your favorite holiday dishes, or use it as a topping for cheeses or desserts.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
960 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.8 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 159 mg | 7% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 205.3 g | 75% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.1 g | 47% | |
| Total Sugars | 171.4 g | ||
| Protein | 2.1 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 55 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 640 mg | 14% | |
*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.
