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Fresh Cranberry Sauce with Orange Zest

A close-up of vibrant, homemade Cranberry Sauce in a glass bowl, topped with fresh orange zest.
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A simple, homemade cranberry sauce recipe with bright orange zest that adds a tangy-sweet contrast to holiday meals.

Ingredients

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  • 12 ounces fresh cranberries, rinsed and picked over
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest

Instructions

  1. Combine cranberries, sugar, and water in a medium saucepan.
  2. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves.
  3. Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10-15 minutes, or until most of the cranberries have burst and the sauce has thickened. Stir occasionally.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in the orange zest.
  5. Let the sauce cool completely. It will thicken further as it cools.
  6. Transfer to a serving dish or store in an airtight container.

Notes

  • This sauce can be made up to 3 days in advance and stored in the refrigerator. The flavors meld and improve overnight.
  • For a smoother sauce, you can mash some of the cranberries with the back of your spoon while it simmers.
  • If you prefer a less sweet sauce, you can reduce the sugar slightly, but be aware this may affect the thickening.

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Find it online: https://blissbatter.com/cranberry-sauce-easy-recipe/