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Spiced Cranberry Sauce

Ultimate Spiced Cranberry Sauce for Your Festive Feasts

Enjoy the delightful balance of sweet and tart in this Spiced Cranberry Sauce—a perfect companion for your festive feasts.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Condiments
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 12 oz cranberries Fresh or frozen
  • 1 cup sugar Adjust to taste
  • 1 cup water Base for cooking
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest For a citrus note
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon Adds warmth
  • ½ teaspoon allspice For hint of sweetness
  • ½ teaspoon nutmeg For earthiness

Equipment

  • medium saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the cranberries by rinsing under cold water, discarding any mushy ones.
  2. Combine the rinsed cranberries, sugar, and water in a medium saucepan and stir over low heat until sugar dissolves.
  3. Add orange zest, cinnamon, allspice, and nutmeg, stirring to combine.
  4. Increase heat to medium and bring to a gentle simmer, cooking for 10-15 minutes and stirring occasionally.
  5. Adjust consistency by simmering longer for a thicker sauce.
  6. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly, thickening as it cools.
  7. Transfer to a serving bowl or airtight container to store or serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 1gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 30gVitamin C: 10mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to a week or freeze for up to 3 months.

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