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Cranberry Orange Sauce

Zesty Cranberry Orange Sauce for a Refreshing Twist

This Cranberry Orange Sauce is a vibrant addition to your holiday spread, offering a quick and versatile gem for any meal.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Cooling Time 1 hour
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 8 servings
Course: Condiments
Cuisine: American
Calories: 110
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 12 oz fresh or frozen cranberries Choose fresh for best flavor.
  • 1 cup orange juice Freshly squeezed preferred.
  • 1 cup granulated sugar Adjust for sweetness preference.
  • 1 unit orange zest Adds aromatic essence.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • colander
  • Airtight container

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Rinse cranberries under cold water and remove stems and bruised berries.
  2. Combine cranberries, orange juice, and sugar in a medium saucepan, stirring until sugar dissolves.
  3. Bring mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat, stirring occasionally for 5-7 minutes.
  4. Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 15 minutes until thickened.
  5. Stir in orange zest after removing sauce from heat.
  6. Transfer sauce to an airtight container and allow to cool before refrigerating.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 110kcalCarbohydrates: 29gPotassium: 70mgFiber: 1gSugar: 24gVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week or freeze for longer storage. Thaw overnight in the fridge and stir before serving.

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