Description
Make-Ahead Thanksgiving Cranberry Sauce is a must-have for your holiday feast, blending vibrant cranberries with sweet orange juice and a hint of cinnamon. This easy-to-make sauce not only enhances your turkey dinner but also brings back cherished memories of family gatherings. Prepare it in advance to save time on the big day and enjoy its delightful flavors as they meld together.
Ingredients
Scale
- 12 oz fresh cranberries
- 1 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1/2 cup water
Instructions
- Rinse cranberries under cool water, discarding any bad berries.
- In a medium saucepan, combine cranberries, sugar, orange juice, cinnamon stick, and water.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle boil over medium heat.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 10-15 minutes until slightly thickened, stirring occasionally.
- Remove from heat and let cool for 30 minutes before transferring to an airtight container.
- Refrigerate for at least two hours or overnight before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Condiment
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 60g
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg