Description
Cranberry sauce is a quintessential Thanksgiving side dish that perfectly balances sweet and tart flavors. This easy recipe takes just 30 minutes to prepare, making it a must-have addition to your holiday feast. With fresh cranberries, a hint of orange zest, and warming cinnamon, this vibrant sauce not only enhances turkey but also elevates breakfast dishes like pancakes or yogurt. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for a festive touch that will leave your guests wanting more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz fresh cranberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup water
- Zest of 1 orange
- 1 cinnamon stick
Instructions
- Rinse the cranberries under cold water and discard any squishy ones.
- In a medium saucepan, combine cranberries, water, and sugar over medium heat; stir until the sugar dissolves.
- Once bubbling, add orange zest and cinnamon stick; simmer for 10-15 minutes until the cranberries burst and the sauce thickens.
- Remove from heat and let cool for an hour before serving in a decorative bowl. Garnish with additional orange zest if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 107
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 1mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg