Best 5 Brown Sugar And Port Cranberry Sauce Recipes

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Indulge in the festive flavors of the holiday season with our versatile Brown Sugar and Port Cranberry Sauce, a culinary masterpiece that transforms the classic cranberry sauce into a symphony of sweet, tangy, and savory notes. This delectable sauce is not just limited to the traditional Thanksgiving turkey; it also pairs wonderfully with roasted meats, grilled chicken, and even waffles and pancakes for a delightful breakfast treat.

Our recipe collection features three variations of this exceptional sauce:

1. **Classic Brown Sugar and Port Cranberry Sauce:** This timeless recipe captures the essence of the traditional cranberry sauce, balancing the tartness of cranberries with the rich sweetness of brown sugar and the subtle warmth of port wine.

2. **Spiced Brown Sugar and Port Cranberry Sauce:** Elevate your sauce with a delightful blend of aromatic spices, including cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves, adding a touch of holiday cheer to every bite.

3. **Orange-Scented Brown Sugar and Port Cranberry Sauce:** Infuse your sauce with the vibrant citrus notes of orange zest and juice, creating a refreshing and tangy twist that will brighten up your holiday table.

With its versatility and ease of preparation, our Brown Sugar and Port Cranberry Sauce is the perfect accompaniment to your holiday feasts and everyday meals.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

BROWN SUGAR AND PORT CRANBERRY SAUCE



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An easy and slightly different cranberry sauce recipe. Great with turkey or with Brie and crackers!

Provided by Menwith Hill'er Back Home !!

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Cranberry Sauce Recipes

Time 8h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 (12 ounce) bag fresh cranberries
¾ cup packed dark brown sugar
1 large orange, juiced and zested
9 tablespoons port wine

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, combine the cranberries, brown sugar, orange zest and juice, and port wine. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, stirring until the sugar has dissolved. Reduce the heat to medium-low, and simmer until the cranberries have popped and the sauce has thickened, about 15 minutes. Cool, and refrigerate overnight before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 122.3 calories, Carbohydrate 28.5 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 0.4 g, Sodium 7.4 mg, Sugar 24 g

PORT WINE CRANBERRY SAUCE



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This crimson sauce has just the right amount of tartness to complement poultry, pork and game. -Ellie Martin Cliffe, Deputy Editor/Digital, Taste of Home

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 20m

Yield 2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 package (12 ounces) fresh or frozen cranberries
1-1/4 cups sugar
1/4 cup port wine or grape juice
2 teaspoons cornstarch
2 tablespoons cold water

Steps:

  • In a small saucepan, cook cranberries, sugar and wine over medium heat just until berries begin to pop, 10-12 minutes. Combine cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into cranberry mixture. Bring to a boil; cook and stir until berries pop and sauce is thickened, about 2 minutes. Serve warm or cold. Refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 146 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 1mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (34g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 0 protein.

CRANBERRY SAUCE WITH ORANGE JUICE



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The warmth of the ginger and cloves and the brightness of the orange zest come together to make this a family favorite! You can use frozen cranberries if you can't find fresh--just simmer a few minutes longer. Make this ahead of time, and save yourself some stress on the big day!

Provided by France C

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Cranberry Sauce Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

¾ cup water
¾ cup brown sugar
¼ cup freshly squeezed orange juice
1 cinnamon stick
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
1 teaspoon grated orange zest
⅛ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground cloves
⅛ teaspoon ground allspice
1 (12 ounce) bag fresh cranberries

Steps:

  • Combine water, sugar, orange juice, cinnamon stick, ginger, orange zest, salt, cloves, and allspice in a medium saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until sugar is dissolved, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Stir cranberries into the sugar mixture in the saucepan and return to a boil over medium heat. Cook until cranberries start to burst and mixture thickens slightly, 8 to 10 minutes; sauce will thicken further upon cooling.
  • Transfer cranberry sauce to a bowl; remove and discard cinnamon stick. Store in the refrigerator; for best flavor, bring to room temperature before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 76.1 calories, Carbohydrate 19.7 g, Fat 0.1 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 0.3 g, Sodium 41.9 mg, Sugar 15.5 g

BROWN SUGAR CRANBERRY SAUCE



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Brown sugar gives this version a special deep sweetness. From "Recipes From American's Restored Villages" cookbook

Provided by nvermd

Categories     Sauces

Time 50m

Yield 3 cups

Number Of Ingredients 3

1 quart fresh cranberries or 1 quart frozen cranberries, picked through
1/2 cup water
1 lb dark brown sugar

Steps:

  • Bring cranberries and water to a boil.
  • Simmer, uncovered, for 35 to 40 minutes until slightly thickened, stirring occasionally to prevent burning.
  • Stir in the brown sugar until dissolved then remove from heat and cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 628.3, Fat 0.2, Sodium 62.3, Carbohydrate 162.6, Fiber 5.8, Sugar 150.6, Protein 0.5

SIMPLE PORT & CRANBERRY SAUCE



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The big occasion just wouldn't be the same without a colourful cranberry sauce on the side.

Provided by Sara Buenfeld

Categories     Condiment, Dinner, Lunch

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 3

300ml port
175g light muscovado sugar
2 x 250g/9oz packs fresh or frozen cranberries

Steps:

  • Tip the port and sugar into a pan and bring to the boil. Add the cranberries, then cook for 5 mins for frozen and 8-10 mins for fresh until tender, but holding their shape. The sauce will thicken as it cools. Will keep in the fridge for 1 week or freeze for up to 6 weeks. Thaw for 2 hrs or overnight before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 151 calories, Carbohydrate 29 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 30 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Sodium 0.02 milligram of sodium

Tips:

  • Fresh cranberries: Use fresh cranberries for the best flavor and texture. Frozen cranberries can also be used, but they may be slightly softer.
  • Port wine: Use a good quality port wine for the best flavor. A tawny port or a ruby port are both good choices.
  • Brown sugar: Use light or dark brown sugar, depending on your preference. Dark brown sugar will give the sauce a richer flavor.
  • Orange juice: Use fresh orange juice for the best flavor. Bottled orange juice can also be used, but it may be slightly less flavorful.
  • Orange zest: Use the zest of one orange for a bright, citrusy flavor.
  • Ground cinnamon: Use ground cinnamon for a warm, spicy flavor.
  • Ground cloves: Use ground cloves for a warm, sweet flavor.
  • Salt: Add a pinch of salt to balance out the sweetness of the sauce.
  • Butter: Add a tablespoon of butter at the end of cooking for a rich, creamy flavor.

Conclusion:

This brown sugar and port cranberry sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas, or any other special occasion. The tartness of the cranberries is perfectly balanced by the sweetness of the brown sugar and port wine. The orange juice, zest, cinnamon, cloves, and salt add a complex flavor that will complement any main course.

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