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Zesty Delicious Cranberry Sauce with Orange Juice Recipe

Irresistibly Zesty Cranberry Sauce with Orange Juice Recipe

Enjoy this zesty delicious cranberry sauce with orange juice, perfect for enhancing your holiday meals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Christmas
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 12 oz Fresh Cranberries Choose firm, bright berries.
  • 1 cup Granulated Sugar Adjust to taste, can substitute with honey.
  • 1 cup Fresh Orange Juice Freshly squeezed for best flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Orange Zest Zest half an orange.
  • 1 cup Water Just enough to cover cranberries.
Optional Add-ins
  • 1 pinch Cinnamon Adds warmth.
  • 1/2 cup Nuts Chopped walnuts or pecans.
  • 1 tbsp Jalapeños Chopped for a spicy kick.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan

Method
 

Main Steps
  1. Prepare Ingredients: Rinse and sort fresh cranberries, discarding any mushy ones.
  2. Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, mix cranberries, sugar, orange juice, orange zest, and water.
  3. Bring to Boil: Place the saucepan over medium heat and stir until boiling.
  4. Simmer: Reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring until cranberries burst and sauce thickens.
  5. Cool Down: Remove from heat and let cool before transferring to a serving dish.
  6. Serve: Enjoy chilled or at room temperature, great with turkey, ham, or desserts.

Notes

Can garnish with fresh orange zest for added color and flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to two weeks.