Cranberry Sauce – Homemade Thanksgiving Recipe

Time and Servings:

• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Cook Time: 15 minutes
• Total Time: 20 minutes
• Servings: 6 servings

Nutrition (per serving):

• Calories: 90 kcal
• Protein: 0g
• Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 24g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sodium: 0mg

Ingredients:

• 12 oz fresh cranberries
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup orange juice (freshly squeezed recommended)
• 1 tsp orange zest

Instructions:

1. Combine Ingredients:
   • In a medium-sized saucepan, combine 12 oz of fresh cranberries, 1/2 cup of sugar, 1/2 cup of orange juice, and 1 tsp of orange zest.
   • Stir to mix the ingredients evenly.
2. Cook the Cranberry Sauce:
   • Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a boil, stirring occasionally to dissolve the sugar.
   • Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 10-15 minutes.
   • Stir occasionally as the cranberries burst and the sauce thickens.
3. Cool the Sauce:
   • Remove the saucepan from heat and let the cranberry sauce cool to room temperature.
   • The sauce will continue to thicken as it cools.
4. Serve:
   • Transfer the cooled sauce to a serving dish and serve as a tangy, sweet accompaniment to your Thanksgiving meal.

Tips for Success:

• For a sweeter sauce, increase the sugar to 3/4 cup.
• Add a pinch of cinnamon or a dash of vanilla extract for extra depth of flavor.
• Make the sauce a day ahead to allow the flavors to meld beautifully.

Wine, Cocktail, or Drink Pairing:

• Pair this tangy cranberry sauce with a cranberry mimosa, a glass of dry rosé, or a festive mulled wine for the holidays.