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best cranberry sauce

Best Cranberry Sauce: 5-Star Flavor, Zero Disasters

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  • Author: Casey Mitchell
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

This cranberry sauce recipe is a flavorful addition to your holiday table. It is easy to make and sure to impress your guests.


Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces fresh cranberries
  • 1 cup sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 teaspoon orange zest
  • 1/4 cup orange juice

Instructions

  1. Combine cranberries, sugar, and water in a saucepan.
  2. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until cranberries have burst and the sauce has thickened.
  3. Stir in orange zest and orange juice.
  4. Let cool completely before serving.

Notes

  • For a smoother sauce, press the cooked cranberry sauce through a fine-mesh sieve.
  • Adjust the amount of sugar to your liking.
  • Cranberry sauce can be made up to 3 days in advance.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/2 cup
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 25g
  • Sodium: 5mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg